Construction & Electrical Materials Distribution: 013 - Major Property Problems

This module initially examines the causes of common problems  encountered in properties and then considers each of the major areas in detail. The products associated with this particular area are wide ranging. A basic  working knowledge of both the problems and the contributory factors therefore  enables you to provide information to the customer with confidence.

Please find below the list  of topics covered within this module.

Causes of Property Problems

• Penetrating  Damp
• Rising Damp
• Condensation
• Woodworm
• Wet Rot
• Dry Rot

Common Causes of Damp

• Outside Inspection
• Inside Inspection

The Main Causes and Symptoms of Insect and  Fungal Attack

• The Life Cycle  of Wood Boring Beetles
• Common Wood  Boring Beetles
• Fungal Attack
• Types of Fungi
• Remedies to  Insect and Fungal Attack

The Walls

• The External  Walls
• Internal Walls  and Ceilings

Doors and Window Frames

• Wood and Water
• Water Repellent  Wood Preservatives
• Paint Systems  and Water Repellent Preservatives
• Practical  Considerations

Roofwork

• Lead Flashings
• Faulty Guttering,  Bracketing and Jointing
• Roof Space  and Floors
• Heat Loss

Drainage

• Waste Pipes  and Drainage
• Ball Valves

Services

• Effect of  Electricity on Materials
• Pipework