At Wise Knotweed Solutions, we like to think we have every Japanese knotweed treatment covered. So, we thought it would be remiss of us not to mention the fact that Japanese knotweed is edible. Of course, when you consider the rate of Japanese knotweed growth, you may need one heck of an appetite…
What is the most effective Japanese knotweed treatment? WHY KILL JAPANESE KNOTWEED? Japanese Knotweed is a fast growing invasive plant that can have disastrous consequences to the structural integrity of a property if left untreated. Knotweed can grow up at an alarming rate of 10cm per day and can exacerbate…
DRYING OUT A BASEMENT While most of us might think of the basement or cellar of our homes as dark, damp places suitable for the third-act climax of a bad horror movie, helping to keep a dry basement (without investing in basement waterproofing) is probably easier than you think. Here are a few…
WHY DO BASEMENTS FLOOD? Firstly, it is important to understand that water will always take the path of least resistance to flow from a higher point to the lowest point. This means that it will try to exploit any weak points in the walls. Traditional basement waterproofing systems such as basement tanking…
WHAT IS TANKING MEMBRANE? Here at Wise Basement Systems, our structural waterproofing specialists are often asked the difference between a tanking membrane and cementitious tanking. While both are effective forms of waterproofing, not every property or project is suitable for either waterproofing system. WHAT IS CEMENTITIOUS TANKING? Cementitious tanking is a traditional…
WHAT IS A FRENCH DRAIN? A French drain is a drainage system whereby a small trench filled with aggregate allows surface water to drain away from the walls of a property. This drainage system is built at a gradient and common in areas that are prone to flooding and are often…
With a roof, don’t wait until it really starts to rain and gets cold before tackling any roof problems. As any roofer will tell you, it is the best job in the summer and the worst job in the winter, so don’t put off any roof problems – get them sorted…
Most traditional Scottish bungalow and villas can be expected to last for many years with some loving care and attention from their owners. Many defects experienced in these properties however, can be attributed to well meaning owners who make basic, but avoidable, mistakes. With the responsibility for detailed property surveys…
Today, we are going to look at the best method to get rid of black mould on different surfaces using eco-friendly methods. The best way to get rid of mould depends on the location of the mould. HOW TO GET RID OF MOULD ON SHOWER CURTAINS Mould stains on shower curtains can…
Are you struggling to find a tenant for your buy-to-let property? Our top 10 tips for properties that will not let gives you valuable help and advice and some simple measures that you can take to make your property immediately more rentable. TOP TEN TIPS 1. CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN! There is nothing…
