Complete Preservation

11/12/2023

RIDGID Experience Goes Global

22/11/2023

A once-in-a-lifetime event and reunion of working mates from all around Europe…. A special thanks to .europe .deutschland and especially to for looking after me like her son😂😂😂

I had an absolutely incredible time, filled with laughter and unforgettable moments! We not only had a blast but also connected with some truly remarkable individuals. This opportunity has become a cherished memory that I'll carry with me always, and the amazing people I met are now friends for life!

A massive shout out to the ladies and for taking us through everything in America 😍

02/10/2023

Complete Preservation are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team. This role is for somebody that can plaster and ideally has some other building skills.

We also have another role available to somebody that has experience in drying buildings, after leaks have occurred.

We predominantly repair damp properties, and offer a range of repair services around this.

The role would be best suited for somebody that is physically fit, a can do attitude, good customer service, and also reliable.

Training in particular areas will also be given where needed.

Salary to be negotiated depending on experience on either Self-Employed or PAYE basis.

Please send your CV to
[email protected]

21/08/2023

An explanation about a possible repair when you have a few drain defects going on.
CIPP drain lining, also known as cured-in-place pipe lining, is a trenchless method used to rehabilitate and repair damaged or deteriorating sewer or drainage pipes without the need for extensive excavation works. This innovative technique is becoming increasingly popular due to its cost-effectiveness and minimal disruption to the surrounding environment.

Here’s how CIPP drain lining works:

1. Inspection. Before the lining process begins, the sewer or drainage pipe is thoroughly inspected using drain cameras to identify the extent of the damage and assess whether CIPP lining is a suitable solution.

2. Cleaning. The pipe is cleaned and cleared of any debris or obstructions to ensure a smooth surface for the lining to adhere to.

3. Lining Insertion. A flexible and resin-saturated liner is inserted into the damaged pipe. The liner is typically made of materials like polyester or fiberglass.

4. Inversion or Pull-in Method. The liner is installed either through inversion (inflating the liner inside the pipe) or pull-in (using a winch or cable to drag the liner through the pipe).

5. Curing Process. Once the liner is in position, it is cured in place using heat, steam, or ultraviolet light. This process hardens the resin, forming a tight-fitting, continuous, and seamless new pipe within the existing damaged pipe.

6. Quality Check. After the curing process is complete, the newly lined pipe is inspected again to ensure the integrity of the lining and its compatibility with the original pipe.

Benefits of CIPP drain lining

– Minimal Disruption. CIPP lining eliminates the need for extensive excavation, reducing disruption to the surrounding area.

– Cost-Effective. CIPP drain lining can be more cost-effective than traditional repair methods, especially when considering the costs associated with excavation.

– Seamless and Durable. The resulting cured-in-place pipe is seamless, reducing the risk of future leaks.

– Extended Lifespan. CIPP lining can significantly extend the lifespan of the rehabilitated pipe, providing a long-term solution to pipe deterioration.

– Environmentally Friendly. This trenchless method reduces the amount of waste generated compared to traditional pipe repair, making it an eco-friendly option.

CIPP drain lining is a versatile and efficient solution for rehabilitating damaged drainage and sewer pipes, making it an attractive choice for addressing various pipe issues.

Whilst drain lining is an option perhaps if you’ve got a few issues within one drain pipe, but if you just have one issue within the drain, sometimes a patch repair would certainly be a cheaper and more suitable option.

How much does CIPP drain lining cost?
Unfortunately it’s not cheap, but it is nearly always cheaper than digging up floors within a house, drives, and patios etc. Prices will vary depending on contractor overheads, and also access, and perhaps even the level of difficulty and most importantly risk.

30/11/2022

6ft deep, and Roman hoard found 😜

14/10/2022

Another excellent International Property Care Association conference by the PCA, and also the launch of the investigation of moisture and its effects on traditional buildings principles and compencies joint position statement.

I was asked to talk about ground penetrating radar in relation to damp investigations at the conference 👍

26/04/2022

Saturated grade 2 listed building. Very old drainage system called horse shoe drains. Note drains smashed up at the end of the video… typical when new paths and drives get installed 👍

20/04/2022

Damp investigation finds the root cause of damp issues that’s been treated 2x previously. And an old cistern 👍
https://youtu.be/chyEn2idYlA

This is exactly why it is imperative you need to pay for a damp investigation. Another full house with every drain having a defect. Unfortunately paying for ...

13/04/2022

When you get a bill for 40,000 gallons of water, that you haven’t used. Rarely used building so stopcock is always turned off. Time to get the toys out… only 150 meters to trace 👍 50 meters of leaky old galvanised to be replaced.

24/03/2022

The damage woodworm can cause is incredible considering the size of them. This video is a classic
example of where the woodworm have had a good old nibble. It is very rare a a sympathetic approach will get rid of an active infestation in a suspended timber floor, or though somebody will probably tell you it will. https://youtu.be/KCjUawnw9es

Woodworm need moisture to survive, and unfortunately something like restricting sub floor ventilation via blocking the sub floor air bricks can cause serious...

08/03/2022

Let’s start with why the building is suffering from rising damp, and then think about how to repair it👍 https://youtu.be/8D7ZB7kmk8E

As I always say eliminate everything before coming to a conclusion in regards to a damp investigation. As per normal on an older building multiple issues are...

07/03/2022

Imagine having this under the floor of your house 😫
https://youtu.be/-rnOk0Yf_3k

Ptychogaster rubescens is a brown / wet rot. I’ve personally only ever found it in wet conditions, and typically in suspended timber floor voids, and under ...

06/03/2022

200 year old culvert CCTV inspection 👍

https://youtu.be/nqDHCNriizE

CCTV drain inspection of a 200 year old Grade 2 Listed Building. This is the original stone and brick culvert, but as you can see there is a more modern drai...

28/02/2022

Damp investigation to find root cause. CCTV drain survey and ground penetrating radar to map drains and size / area of soakaway. Without eliminating everything, pretty much impossible to offer any guidance on repair 👍

02/11/2021

Ground penetrating radar helping to solve long term damp issues with a listed building

https://youtu.be/7zl32xu8oSI

Ground penetrating radar might sound like a gimmick when it comes to a rising damp survey, but it is the final piece of the jigsaw, that shouldn't be overloo...

20/10/2021

Why there is rising damp and how to fix it.
https://youtu.be/6sNjtM0i9E8

This video shows what you can expect on a damp survey from me.Drains are a common cause of damp issues, and this is why it was very important a CCTV drain su...

07/10/2021

Expensive magic bricks, that come with a guarantee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1-ALIDAGYA

I call these magic bricks or magic vents. A very expensive system to try and stop damp issues. Have you seen these before? Let me know your thoughts on them ...

06/10/2021

Detailed survey of a property that was suffering from extensive damp issues. It also goes through the repairs needed, and the costs. This was expensive to repair for many reasons which I explain in the video.

https://youtu.be/OrzNcVFqvUk

As you will see this property had an extensive rising damp issue, that was very very expensive to fix. The walls and floors were saturated because of buildin...

17/08/2021

Damp survey. From flat roof into hopper , and then into drains. Root cause found 👍

08/07/2021

Strange smell in your house👃
Have you checked your fridge 😜

https://youtu.be/tRe1F1BfAMo

This video is of some examples of issues I find when you have a bad smell, or odour within a house. Because I inspect properties for damp issues, I often get...

17/06/2021

My thoughts on french drains 💧

https://youtu.be/tWrAW1GdJ-k

French drains are a popular way to try and solve rising damp issues. Unfortunately the majority of the time they can make damp issues worse. Take this proper...

03/06/2021

The worst drain repair ive ever seen, which has caused extensive damp issues to the property. This is a pretty simple fix, and will offer a long term solution to controlling rising damp issues.
Keep it simple 👍

https://youtu.be/OOvrnTflSH8

Somebody has paid for this lash up of a drain repair. This has caused extensive damp issues to this property.

18/05/2021

Does your house stink :)
Long term issue found...another happy customer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5dq44xbkfk

Does your house have a strange smell that you can't get to the bottom of?Sometimes it can be many simple things that could be the cause, or perhaps damaged d...

11/05/2021

It’s non unusual to get differing opinions and different prices for works. Opinions related to damp issues are always more reliable when supported by data, and eliminating all potential defects to find the root cause. It’s pretty common now for lime plaster or lime render to be specified to try and resolve the damp issues, without even carrying out a thorough survey. https://www.completepreservation.co.uk/2020/11/10/lime-plastering-wiltshire-damp-survey-wiltshire/

When you need a professional damp proofing, timber infestation, dry rot or waterproofing survey make Complete Preservation your first call..

21/04/2021

When inspecting a suspended timber floor in a property for timber decay issues, you have to keep it simple and think why has this just recently occurred. Timber decay occurs because of excess moisture, normally because of building defects. I carried out a dry rot survey today on a property where multiple issues are contributing to damp issues around the property, which hadn't been mentioned in the recent pre purchase Building survey. As you can see in this video, all these excess moisture issues can tip the balance and become an expensive repair. Sometimes they might not even cause that much of issue, or you might get an extensive dry rot issue.

The timber decay issue I inspected today they had a dehumidifier installed under the floor after being advised to do so, over the winter period trying to dry it down. The floor stayed wet, client lost faith.

I had to explain to my client that a refrigerant dehumidifier won't remove hardly any moisture within a sub floor void simply because it is cold in the winter months. This is well documented on all manufacturer websites. These units aren't designed to work at colder temperatures. All they will remove is money from your bank when you have to pay your electric bill.
https://youtu.be/4vtNI3bW4Gg

This video goes through some of the causes of timber decay and woodworm in a suspended timber floor. Just because a sub floor has poor sub floor ventilation,...

14/04/2021

Needed a good clean first to find the issue. Not unusual to find a displaced joint right next to the gulley where there is a new drive or path. As you can imagine the amount of water escaping through even a small defect over time can cause damp, and even subsidence issues. When your RICS Pre purchase surveyor tells you to get a CCTV drain survey make sure you do. 👍

29/03/2021

It is well documented that leaking mains water, and defective drains can be the root cause of rising damp within a property. This video shows how we install a drain lining system. If you need a CCTV drain survey, drain mapping, drain lining give us a shout 👍 https://youtu.be/MSI1pCCKHKk

This video is about drain lining, or often called drain patching.This is a very convenient way of repairing a drain and making it water tight to prevent risi...

16/02/2021

Free cavity wall insulation under the green home grant. Probably best you get a decent survey prior to getting it done and get all defects rectified first 👍👍👍

https://youtu.be/jdyD93kLXCE

This video shows the issues with restricted sub floor ventilation within a sub floor void in Wiltshire. It is inevitable with limited ventilation the timber ...