Basement Waterproofing

Whether you’re refurbishing an already used basement dwelling or wish to convert an old cellar or basement. The use of a cavity drain membrane system is the ultimate solution.

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Condensation

Condensation is a major contributor to symptoms of damp experienced in residential properties. Often confused with or misdiagnosed as rising/penetrating damp.

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Building Maintenance

Whether you’re purchasing a property, letting an existing property or wish to carry out repairs or home improvements we can offer inspections and advice.
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Wall-Tie Replacement

Cavity wall ties are used to tie the internal and external leafs of brickwork together. Original wall ties would have been placed into the mortar joints of a cavity wall during construction.
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Damp Proofing

Rising damp is a major cause of decay to masonry materials such as stone, brick and mortar. Rising damp may show as a high-tide-like stain on internal finishes.

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Timber Preservation

Dry rot and wet rot can affect buildings of all ages, if discovered it should be identified and remedial action taken without delay. Dry rot is a dangerous fungus and grows swiftly.
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1A Sunningdale Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 6EX

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     Harford Specialised Services Ltd

    Harford Specialised Services Ltd was formed in 1989 and is a remedial treatment company specialising in the eradication of rising damp, wood worm, insect infestation and fungal decay. In addition to these works we also carry out wall tie replacement works.

    Harfords is an approved contractor for many of the major manufacturers and we are used on a regular basis by many local surveyors, local authorities, agents and estate agents to carry out inspections on properties in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas.

    All treatments carried out by Harfords requiring chemical application use the most up to date, effective and environmentally friendly products.

    A big thank you to Harfords for the first class service we received from start to finish! We are very pleased with the end result and the work carried out to an excellent standard.
    Wouldn’t hesitate to use again, highly recommend.

     

    Chris Wade

    Can’t recommend this family run company enough, the specialists were fantastic from start to finish.
    James put my mind at rest on the first visit with his honesty, knowledge and suggestions.
    Grace in the office was a joy to deal with and so, so helpful.
    The specialists who attended and completed the work (Kevin & Cal), were so professional, tidy, respectful and helpful. I was more than happy to allow them access to my property in my absence.
    However I would say the boys do prefer Chocolate covered Hobnobs and not Luxury Chocolate Chip Cookies…I was a little disappointed about this, having not known this beforehand, as I felt compelled to eat the rest and now have to work them off 😉 !
    I would highly recommend using this company.
    Thank you Harfords

    Penny Appel-Billsberry

    We have been extremely pleased with the quality of work and service we received.

    The whole team were brilliant – friendly, reliable, professional and they did a fantastic job.

    We would definitely use Harfords Specialised Services again in the future, and we will definitely be recommending to others.

    Adam and Holly, Baffins. (Jan 19)

    Thanks so much for doing a top job!  Clean, tidy and a thoroughly professional job. Absolutely transformed the place! 

    Mr K Doust, Southsea. (March 2019)

    Just to say the guys who did the job Kevin & Callen (hope I’ve remembered names correctly) were brilliant! Job well done

    E Locke, Southsea. (March 2019)

    They did a great job and would highly recommend Harfords

    (Damp proofing)

    Unknown, Southsea. (April 2019)

    This company go above and beyond to help their clients. They’ve helped me find reliable companies to help me finish decorating after having damp work done. Brilliant!

    (Damp proofing)

    Unknown, Southsea. (May 2019)

    Relocating from London and finding a builder before we moved was daunting. We were recommended Harfords and we have to say they have been FANTASTIC. We had quite a bit of work completed over the week. Mark has been with us all week and is just brilliant along with Barry, Tony with his team & the boss James. The team are friendly, extremely hard working and so very tidy too. We cannot recommend them highly enough. THANK YOU

    Simone & Paul, Southsea (August 2019)

    I just wanted to say how brilliant I found the Gent who did our work, he was so efficient and friendly and made is stress-free for me. Fingers crossed we don’t find more damp in our property but if we do, I will definitely be coming back! (Damp proofing)

    A Barfoot, Southsea (October 2019)

    Thank you for a really good job, your operative is really nice guy.(Damp proofing)

    Mr & Mrs Peters, Southsea (November 2019)

    It was a pleasure having Mark at our house, many thanks for your workmanship and attention to detail, a job well done! (DPC Membrane & plastering)

    Mr & Mrs J Bartlett, Rowlands Castle (December 2019)

    Five years ago, I bought a house that needed a damp course and wall ties and Harfords did the work for me. I was so impressed with the first class service I received from Grace in the office, to James doing the quote and the standard of the work, I did not hesitate to contact them again earlier this year when I bought another house as I knew I would be in ‘safe hands’. I was nervous about the new purchase as the survey had shown some issues but James allayed my fears with his knowledge and honesty. The guys that did the work were friendly, professional and tidy and I am happy with the end result and would highly recommend this company on the quality of their work, the price and their first-class customer service (Damp proofing)

    S Kennedy, Fratton (January 2020)

    I found Harfords to be an extremely professional company, competitively priced and tidy!  Would highly recommend them. (Wall Tie & Building Works)

    K Duncan, Widley (March 2020)

    Your team onsite were great, very polite and friendly.

    G & H Warne, Southsea (September 2020)

    “Harfords were efficient, friendly and professional. The job which was replacing wall ties and repointing a first-floor rear wall was messy and time consuming but all of the team were polite, turned up on time, took time to explain the work and tidied up on the completion of the job. I would have no hesitation recommending them to anyone.”

    K Ford, Southsea (March 2021)

    “Fantastic work & service, we are very happy.  The workmen were clean & tidy, a pleasure having them here. (Damp proofing treatment)”

    Mr & Mr P Aylwin, North End (April 2021)

    “We are very pleased with the final result and would definitely look into working with the company again in the future.”

    (Damp proofing treatment)”

    North End (June 2021)

    “Thanks so much for the works carried out at Glasgow Road yesterday and today. Both of your guys were so efficient, tidy and friendly! The three jobs were all carried out brilliantly and even in horrible weather conditions yesterday morning. 

     

    “Just wanted to say thank you for excellent service with all the jobs you’ve done for us and all the advice along the way at Glasgow Road over the years. 

    We will be seeing you again with our new house as it’s a renovation job!”

    (Damp proofing treatment, Replacement rear gable lintel & joist works)

     

    Mr & Mrs Griffiths, Southsea (June 2021)

    I am writing to tell you about the excellent service I received from Harford on a number of building projects that Harfords provided following the purchase of my nephew’s first home.

    From the free survey and written report to the final completion of the work. All aspects of your work and service have been first rate. Punctuality, reliability, quality and communication have been first rate. Customer engagement has been very impressive. I would have no hesitation to recommending you in the Portsmouth area and I will be using your services again.”

    (Damp proofing, removal of chimney stack, plastering & roofing works.)

     

    Southsea (March 2022)

    “We had a great experience dealing with Harfords. Throughout the whole process of booking the free inspection, receiving the detailed report, scheduling the work in and actually having it done, the whole team were extremely friendly, attentive and professional.

    James did a great job of the damp proofing and was informative, punctual and clean whilst carrying out the work.

    Will definitely use them again in the future and would highly recommend them to others.”

    (Damp proofing treatment)

     

    Southsea (October 2022)

    “I would like to thank you all for the works done, very impressed with the quality of works and professionalism of everyone!

    (Damp proofing treatment)

     

    Fratton (October 2022)

    “Work completed satisfactorily. Kevin very polite and efficient.” 

    (Building Works)

     

    Mr Stevens, Hayling Island (July 2023)

    “We used Harfords many years ago for something else and so they were our first choice of contractor for some damp we discovered. Because the house was unoccupied, James and his team were able to get in very quickly as they worked around their other jobs. They worked efficiently, giving us photo updates, and we were so pleased with how quicky they dealt with the problem. They then recommended and brought in another tradesperson, who was also very good. We are so pleased with the timescale and finished work and would have no hesitation in recommending them.”

    (Flooring works and varnishing, Damp & Dry Rot treatment)

     

    A Grimes, Southsea (November 2023)

    “I would just like to say how satisfied I am with the work carried out at my home. The work was carried out in a timely manner, and the workmanship was excellent. The finish to the decorating was meticulous and I would definitely recommend you to friends and family. Thank you for treating my home with respect and being very easy to work with. Great customer service too.”

    (Damp proofing treatment & defective flooring works)

     

    L. Stewart, Purbrook (November 2023)

    “Good job done, friendly, on time and completed as expected.”

    (Damp proofing treatment & replastering)

     

    S Cleal (November 2023)

    “I am sure you will appreciate that I was a very relieved customer when I came home and found that Kevin had resolved my electrical problems.

    Would you pass on my thanks to the team for doing their utmost to complete the works to my exact specifications.

    The end results, particularly on the porch and fireplace have exceeded my expectations and I would be happy to recommend the company to anyone needing building work carried out.”

    (Assorted Building & Decorating works)

     

    S Long (November 2023)

    “Very pleased with the whole service from start to finish.  Surveyor turned up quickly and took the time to explain what his proposal was, and different alternatives.

    Team to carry out the work came promptly at agreed time and did a great job. 

    One minor hitch when putting radiator back was dealt with swiftly.

    Really good to see such good service today.  Tea and choc biscuits help as well.”

    E Berry (March 2024)

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