I have just received a building surveyors report that says there is "heavy woodworm infestation in the plates beneath the floor especially the plate set in the masonry of the walls and also to a lesser degree in the joists and boards". The report then goes on to say that the floors themselves do not appear unduly springy !!
I also have a "fundamental rising damp problem in the original external walls" The dampness is "very high".
The house is 1880 Victorian semi-detached and there is a Garage extension to the left of the property and the Kitchen has a conctrete floor. it seems that if I can improve the ventilation to the floor that I may be able to sort-out the damp and woodworm problems.
I am a first time buyer and would dearly appreciate any help or advice on this. The surveyor has referred me to a timber specialist who will charge 45.00 to tell me what's wrong. I would like to know what my options are if anyone can help.
Thanks, Jog