Business Details
18 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Damp & Timber Solutions in York
Established in 2008, Dryfix Preservation has become Yorkshire's leading specialist in damp, timber, and structural defect solutions. Our team of PCA-trained technicians and qualified surveyors deliver precise diagnostics and repairs backed by insurance guarantees. With four industry awards and accreditations from the Property Care Association, CHAS, and IICRC, we combine cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship.Our in-house laboratory and proprietary inspection robot enable minimally invasive assessments, while our independently insured guarantees ensure long-term client confidence. Serving domestic, commercial, and heritage sectors across North Yorkshire, we maintain full transparency by specifying products from multiple manufacturers rather than being supplier-tied.
Services
Damp Control
Timber Preservation
Structural Repairs
Specialist Surveys
Water Damage Repair
Woodworm Treatment
Condensation Management
Flood Recovery
Cavity Wall Ties
Building Defects
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Established in 2008 with 15+ years of combined industry experience
- Independently accredited damp and timber surveyors
- Proprietary inspection robot for non-invasive diagnostics
- Insurance-backed guarantees on all remedial work
- Specified by multiple manufacturers for tailored solutions
Associations and certifications
- Property Care Association
- CHAS
- Construction Line Gold
- IICRC
What people say
Exceptionally detailed report
Second to none service
Prompt and professional
Highly recommend
Expert diagnosis
Services
Damp Control
Our damp control service identifies and resolves rising damp, penetrating damp, and condensation issues through comprehensive surveys. Using calcium carbide testing and thermal imaging, we diagnose moisture sources before implementing chemical-free damp proofing solutions. All treatments come with insurance-backed guarantees and detailed repair specifications.
Timber Preservation
Specialist timber preservation addresses dry rot, wet rot, and woodworm infestations using industry-approved treatments. Our surveys include gravimetric analysis and moisture content testing to determine decay extent. Repairs utilise resin reinforcement and traditional carpentry methods to restore structural integrity while preventing future infestations.
Structural Repairs
We engineer solutions for structural movement, cracked walls, and failed cavity wall ties. Our surveyors collaborate with structural engineers to design helical reinforcement, wall re-tying systems, and masonry repairs. Services include crack stitching, lintel replacement, and sub-floor ventilation improvements to stabilise buildings long-term.
Specialist Surveys
Independent specialist surveys diagnose damp, timber decay, and structural defects according to British Standards. Our reports feature moisture mapping, damage categorisation, and repair cost estimates with photographic evidence. Available as printed or digital documents, these surveys support property transactions and insurance claims.
Water Damage Repair
Emergency water damage repair includes extraction, drying, and bacterial sanitation following floods or leaks. Our IICRC-certified technicians use moisture monitoring systems and thermal imaging to assess damage. Services cover complete property restoration from initial survey through to reinstatement works and insurance claim management.
People
Russell Rafton
Owner Director & Senior Surveyor
With 20 years' experience, Russell established Dryfix in 2008 after training as a chartered surveyor. He oversees all technical operations and complex defect diagnoses, maintaining PCA accreditation standards while developing innovative inspection methods including the UK's first sub-floor survey robot.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across North Yorkshire including York, Leeds, Harrogate, and surrounding rural areas for both domestic and commercial properties.
Are your surveyors accredited?
All our surveyors hold PCA and IICRC certifications with annual CPD training, ensuring compliance with British Standards and industry best practices.
How long do surveys take?
Most damp and timber surveys take 1-2 hours on-site, with written reports delivered within 3 working days following laboratory analysis of samples.
Do you offer guarantees?
All remedial work comes with insurance-backed guarantees lasting 5-10 years, underwritten by an FSA-regulated provider independent of product manufacturers.
Can you handle insurance claims?
We manage full insurance claims for water damage, including initial assessment, report submission, and coordinated repair works with loss adjusters.
What makes you different?
We're independent specialists without manufacturer ties, using multi-source products. Our in-house lab, robot inspections, and direct tradesmen employment ensure accurate diagnostics and quality control.
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