Caravan Damp Repairs Bristol
Think you have damp in your caravan, motorhome or campervan?
Start with a Damp Report to identify all the areas, no point is starting a damp repair in a front corner if there is also an issue at the back! Sounds obvious but owners sometimes focus on what they can see. Get a full picture before you start any damp repair.
Damp often starts as water ingress through a joint. Damp can start at any body joint, or where an aperture has been cut for an appliance, window, locker or cable. A rip or hole develops in the sealer, water enters the vehicle and damages the wall board, and/or structural frame.
You cannot smell damp in the early stages, so damp prevention (indoor storage, breathable cover) is the best approach. A yearly damp check during your service will also highlight early warning signs.
However if you are unlucky and find damp, give us a call and book a full damp report before it becomes a major issue.
The majority of caravans and motorhomes use an adhesive sealer to make joints between walls, roof and floor. In our experience water ingress and damp vehicles come in all shapes, sizes and age.
Water ingress (internal damp) caught early can cost £100’s but if left can cost £1,000’s.
How much does a Damp Report cost?
Depending on the vehicle, damp reports start from £150.
Take action now… book your damp report asap.
We offer three levels of damp repair:
- Overseal – the outside area is chemically washed, new sealer applied.
- The outer trims and/or rails are removed, old sealer removed, the area is chemically washed, new sealer applied.
- The internal wall board, foam, and structural timbers are renewed, in conjunction with no. 2 above.
The age of the vehicle and level of damp will determine what type of damp repair is appropriate. Some damp repairs also need the removal of internal furniture and fittings.
A damp report measures the amount of damp present in a vehicle, a damp meter is used to take readings, the scale is 0% to 100%, where 100% is wet.
Industry organisations The NCC, AWS, MCEA all recognise the following damp report guide:
- 0-15% No reason for concern.
- 16-20% May require further investigation. Consider re-check after 3 months.
- 21-30% Will identify areas needing remedial work. Early signs of water ingress. Consider re-check after 3 months.
- Over 31% Structural damage may be occurring and deterioration is inevitable.
We recommend with any score over 20%, you identify the cause, and plan the action required to repair the damp as soon as possible – early action saves money.
Book an Appointment to Have a Full Damp Check
Please give us a call and explain your damp problem. Then, schedule an appointment for a complete damp check-up. Our fee for this service is one hour, and you’ll receive a comprehensive report and an estimate for the necessary repairs. If you choose to proceed with the repairs through us, we will deduct the cost of the damp report from the final bill.
Email service@bristolcaravans.com, call 01454 612893 within working hours, or contact us using our online form.
Why Bristol Caravans?
Award winning AWS workshop
Our qualified and experienced technicians, as well as our friendly office team, ensure top-quality service.
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Great location
Based in Almondsbury, north Bristol. One mile from the M4 and M5.
Value for money
Quality workmanship at a fair price. No job is too small, classic vehicles are welcome.
Friendly customer service
We are a small and nimble team, happy to help in any way we can.
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FAQs
- Full Caravan Service (yearly)
- 230v Period Inspection Report (every 3 years)
No, the AWS scheme approves us to complete your annual service be it caravan, motorhome or campervan without affecting your warranty.
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