Expert damp proofing, timber treatment and waterproofing across Ipswich and surrounding areas.
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KDS Property Preservation provides comprehensive property care services throughout Ipswich. From the historic waterfront properties to Victorian terraces in Christchurch Park and the California area, we understand the specific building pathology of Ipswich's diverse housing stock.
As Ipswich's leading damp specialists, our local specialists are experts in diagnosing rising damp, woodworm infestations, and dry rot issues common in Ipswich's older properties. We also offer specialist basement waterproofing for town centre commercial buildings and residential conversions.
Whether you own a period property in Ipswich town centre or a modern home in Kesgrave or Martlesham, our team delivers effective, long-lasting solutions to keep your home dry and secure.
We are committed to providing Ipswich homeowners and businesses with the highest standards of property care. Call us on 01473 561 031 for a free consultation.
Many of Ipswich's Victorian terraces suffer from failed damp proof courses, leading to tide marks and salty plaster.
Common Furniture Beetle is frequently found in the soft wood roof timbers of pre-war properties across Ipswich.
High water tables near the Orwell can cause hydrostatic pressure issues in Ipswich basements and cellars.
Modern draught-proofing in older Ipswich flats traps moisture, leading to widespread black mould on cold external walls.
Terraced housing in the California and Saints areas can suffer from dry rot spreading between properties through shared roof spaces.
We provide a comprehensive range of damp proofing, timber treatment, waterproofing, and exterior coating services across Ipswich and the surrounding area.
Chemical DPC injection to permanently stop groundwater rising through your walls. Includes salt-retardant replastering and a long-term guarantee.
Diagnosis and treatment of water entering horizontally through walls, roofs, defective pointing, or around windows and chimneys.
Silicone cream injection into mortar courses to form a new chemical damp proof course within existing solid or cavity masonry.
Eradication of Common Furniture Beetle, Death Watch Beetle, and other wood-boring insects in roof timbers, floor joists, and structural timber.
Full containment and eradication of Serpula lacrymans dry rot fungus, including masonry sterilisation and structural timber replacement where required.
Treatment and replacement of timber damaged by wet rot, including identifying and eliminating the underlying moisture source.
Type C cavity drain membrane systems and sump pumps to convert damp basements and cellars into dry, permanently usable spaces.
Waterproof cementitious tanking applied directly to cellar walls and floors to prevent water ingress from surrounding ground.
Professional black mould removal and biocidal surface sterilisation, followed by ventilation treatment to prevent regrowth.
Nuaire PIV ventilation unit installation to eliminate condensation and black mould at source — the most effective long-term solution.
Expert mould sterilisation and removal with ventilation solutions to prevent regrowth. Ideal for landlords and rental properties.
SuperFOIL multifoil and mineral wool loft insulation to reduce heat loss through your roof and lower energy bills year-round.
Underfloor insulation installed between floor joists from below to eliminate draughts and reduce heat loss through suspended timber floors.
Internal wall insulation to eliminate cold bridges, reduce condensation on external walls, and lower heating costs in solid-walled properties.
Long-lasting breathable masonry coatings that waterproof and protect your property exterior for 20+ years with no maintenance.
Flexible, hydrophobic silicone render systems for a durable, self-cleaning, weather-resistant exterior finish that lasts 25+ years.
Ipswich has a rich architectural heritage spanning several centuries, from medieval timber-framed buildings in the Buttermarket area to Georgian townhouses along the Christchurch Mansion estate, Victorian terraces in the California district, and Edwardian semis along Woodbridge Road. Each era of construction brings its own set of damp and timber challenges, and our team has hands-on experience with all of them.
Rising damp is particularly prevalent in Ipswich's pre-1920s housing stock, where original bitumen damp proof courses have failed or were never installed. We see this most frequently in the terraces along Foxhall Road, Norwich Road, and the Nacton Road area. Our treatment involves injecting a silicone-based chemical damp proof course at low pressure, followed by removal of salt-contaminated plaster and re-plastering with a sand and cement render incorporating a salt-retardant additive.
Condensation and black mould are increasingly common across Ipswich, particularly in flats and maisonettes where ventilation is restricted. The problem is often made worse by modern draught-proofing and double glazing, which seal properties tight and prevent natural air exchange. We install Nuaire Drimaster PIV units — the market-leading positive input ventilation system — which gently introduces filtered, tempered air into the property, displacing moist stale air and eliminating the conditions that cause mould.
We are the trusted local specialists for property preservation across East Anglia.
We understand the specific soil types, water tables, and building styles typical of Ipswich, ensuring accurate diagnostics and effective treatments.
All our damp proofing and timber treatments come with long-term company guarantees accepted by mortgage lenders and solicitors.
From residential terraced houses and bungalows to commercial premises and listed buildings in Ipswich, we handle projects of any size and complexity.
We aim to attend all inspection requests in Ipswich within 48 hours, providing a fast turnaround for homeowners and estate agents.
KDS Property Preservation is one of the highest-rated property preservation companies in East Anglia. Our Ipswich customers consistently praise our professionalism, the quality of our work, and our honest, no-pressure approach. We do not employ salespeople — our inspectors are experienced technicians who diagnose the problem and recommend the most cost-effective solution.
Our Ipswich team provides damp proofing, timber treatment, waterproofing, and exterior coating services to the following areas (postcodes: IP1, IP2, IP3, IP4, IP5, IP6, IP8, IP10):
Don't see your area listed? We likely still cover it. Call 01473 561 031 to check.
Note which room and surfaces are affected, when you first noticed the issue, and whether it changes after rain, colder weather, heating or cooking. Mention any leaks, repairs or changes to ventilation. These observations help explain the problem, but they do not diagnose its cause; that depends on assessing the property.
Book a free inspection today and get expert advice for your damp or timber issues. We cover Ipswich and all surrounding areas.
Available Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm
Inspections typically within 48 hrs
For properties in Ipswich
KDS Property Preservation provides professional damp proofing, waterproofing, timber treatment and property preservation services across East Anglia. We cover Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire and parts of London East.
