Traditional buildings were designed to 'breathe,' allowing moisture to evaporate through the walls. Using modern cement can trap water, leading to interstitial condensation and timber rot. We utilise hydraulic lime mortars and breathable plasters that maintain this critical vapour exchange, protecting the historic fabric from the long-term threat of damp.

Yes, through 'sensitive retrofitting.' Rather than aggressive modern insulation, we focus on high-impact, low-profile improvements. This includes wood-fibre insulation, heritage-grade secondary glazing, and Part L compliant heating systems. Our goal is to eliminate draughts while ensuring the building's aesthetic character remains entirely untouched.

While Building Regulations are mandatory, they allow for 'proportionate' application in heritage settings (particularly Part L). We navigate these exemptions to ensure your home is structurally safe and fire-compliant without forcing modern details where they don't belong. We provide a full 'Golden Thread' of documentation to prove that all works are compliant yet sympathetic.