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Core Conservation Ltd is a UK-based company dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of dampness and salt-related decay in historic buildings. Working at the intersection of traditional building methods and cutting-edge scientific research, the company’s mission is to prolong the life of historic structures by addressing underlying issues, rather than offering surface-level fixes. Core Conservation serves a wide client base—including building conservation professionals, heritage property owners, architects, and enthusiasts—with services rooted in data-driven analysis, deep expertise in historic materials, and a strong commitment to minimal intervention and reversibility in line with conservation best practices. Central to the company’s offering is its innovative use of hygrothermal surveys and salt analysis. These techniques allow Core Conservation to diagnose complex moisture problems that traditional surveys often overlook or misattribute. Through in-depth, non-destructive testing, the team identifies the real causes of deterioration—such as hygroscopic salts, interstitial condensation, or inappropriate materials—and develops bespoke treatment plans. This rigorous approach ensures that interventions are precise, appropriate, and aligned with the principles of building conservation, avoiding the pitfalls of generic solutions like chemical injections or cement-based renders. Core Conservation is especially known for its development of the CoreCap system, a unique and patented solution designed to safely remove harmful moisture and salts from masonry without damaging original building fabric. This passive, non-invasive system has proven effective in cases where conventional methods have failed, offering a sustainable alternative for long-term moisture control. The company also offers laboratory services, including salt identification and plaster analysis, which can inform treatment strategies and conservation reports. The team’s work is informed by over a decade of specialist experience, scientific research, and close collaboration with conservation officers, listed building professionals, and heritage bodies. Whether supporting an architect with a complex conservation project or helping a private homeowner understand the causes of damp in a listed cottage, Core Conservation brings a pragmatic, honest, and science-based perspective. Their reports are comprehensive and tailored, often serving as the foundation for successful conservation work across the UK. For those passionate about preserving heritage, Core Conservation offers not only services but also education and insight—helping clients understand the principles behind building decay and how to intervene responsibly. With a strong focus on traditional materials, historic detailing, and long-term sustainability, the company’s philosophy is clear: protecting our built heritage requires both scientific understanding and deep respect for the past.
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| Principal Areas of Work: | Moisture Diagnostics, Salt Analysis, Hygrothermal Surveying, Masonry Preservation, Historic Building Assessment, Conservation Consultancy, Data-Driven Reports, Plaster Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Structural Damp Evaluation, Building Pathology, Non-Invasive Testing, Historic Materials Expertise, Conservation Planning |
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| Capabilities and Specialisms: | Building Conservation, Heritage Consultancy, Damp Remediation, Salt Contamination Treatment, Historic Fabric Preservation, Conservation Technology, Hygrothermal Monitoring, Passive Moisture Control, Non-Destructive Testing, Listed Building Care, Traditional Building Materials, Reversible Interventions, Scientific Conservation, Stone and Brickwork Analysis, Sustainable Restoration |
