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With such importance, it is necessary any installed measures are adequate and cover the anticipated areas. Loft insulations should always extend TO the eaves but, NOT IN them because the roof space needs to be well ventilated to stop condensation damaging the structural timbers. Even though a loft is insulated, warm air will still permeate

Quite simply, these devices provide important background ventilation as they can be left open to deal with ventilating an area in a trickle-like manner. Trickle vents have been incorporated in many window designs and can be opened to provide fresh air to a reveal area. So, why do so many reveals display mould?

How can fire damage be hidden? We’re not arguing that all fire damage is hidden – you can’t miss blackened walls, charred furniture and fallen masonry. However, fires cause damage in several ways and some of those can be hard to spot. In addition, efforts to put the fire out may cause further damage. In

Moulds can produce irritants; allergens; or toxins which can be hazardous to your health. Irritants are what they sound like – substances which irritate your eyes, skin, nose, or other parts of the body.

At Cornerstone, we’ve spent years working with families and businesses whose property has been damaged by fire. Our role is to fully restore the property to its previous condition, including repairing both structural and cosmetic damage. During our time in this industry, we’ve had the opportunity to work with numerous fire safety professionals, loss adjusters and others.

Cornerstone’s reports and feedback data exceed the demand for excellence in insured damage management restoration. Our team have pioneered change within the industry by developing restorative know-how and best practice approach to both insured and uninsured losses. Historical buildings, sensitive materials, cutting edge and innovative constructions, commercial losses and business continuity are just some of the challenges Cornerstone has overcome to ensure a deliverable solution.

After a flooding, some business owners decide to undertake the clear up themselves and refrain from hiring a specialist company to help. However, this can have some negative effects on the building and the company, so why is hiring a specialist company important? See our Flood Damage Restoration page for services. Money and time costs

Mould is an issue that effects many homes around the UK. Mould grows where there is moisture, so is mainly found in areas such as kitchens, bathrooms and basements. Exposure to these damp and mouldy environments can cause various health issues for some people, including nasal stuffiness, throat irritation, coughing or wheezing, eye irritation and

Fires can be devastating even when no one is hurt. Seeing a building damaged, whether it be from minor smoke damage or complete destruction, can be very distressing for the owners, especially when it is a company’s office and is affecting their business. The primary objective for most people is to return the damaged property

Liverpool Housing Trust (LHT) has been praised for their new innovative customer response package at the North West Regional Construction awards last week.