Victorian and Edwardian terraces: damp, shared walls and old timber
Older terraces have small lofts, old timber, shared walls with gaps and often a slate roof with no felt. Damp and draughts are the usual problems.
Illustration: a row of Victorian terraced houses
| Typical problems | Damp, no felt, gaps into neighbours’ lofts |
|---|---|
| Watch for | Insulation pushed into the eaves |
| Usual fix | Clear eaves, seal gaps, replace spoiled insulation |
What we usually find
Unfelted slate roofs that let in some moisture, old thin insulation, party walls with gaps, and in some lofts mouse or bird activity through the eaves.
What we do
Clear and seal, keep a good airflow at the eaves, replace damp insulation, and lay new between and over the joists. Wool can be a good match for older lofts.
Common questions
Can you check my loft first?
Yes. The loft check is free and there’s no obligation.
Is the work guaranteed?
Eligible installations come with a guarantee of up to 5 years. Your written quote says whether your job qualifies.
Tell us what you’ve found. We’ll find the cause.
Describe the problem and we’ll look, explain it and quote the fix in writing. Free.