Richardson & Starling

Richardson & Starling Richardson & Starling has over 85 years experience in delivering property preservation & repair servi Property Repair & Wood Preservation Specialists.

The 30 Year Guarantee You Can Trust.

๐“๐ข๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐’๐ญ๐ž๐š๐ฆ๐ž๐-๐”๐ฉ ๐–๐ข๐ง๐๐จ๐ฐ๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐Œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐? ๐Ÿ’งCondensation happens when warm, moist air hits cold surfaces โ€“ and over time it ...
07/05/2026

๐“๐ข๐ซ๐ž๐ ๐จ๐Ÿ ๐’๐ญ๐ž๐š๐ฆ๐ž๐-๐”๐ฉ ๐–๐ข๐ง๐๐จ๐ฐ๐ฌ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐Œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐? ๐Ÿ’ง

Condensation happens when warm, moist air hits cold surfaces โ€“ and over time it can lead to black mould, peeling paint and damp smells around your home.

You might notice it more when:
โ€ข Youโ€™re showering or cooking without using fans or opening vents and windows
โ€ข Rooms feel chilly and underheated
โ€ข Large items of furniture sit flush against external walls
โ€ข Laundry is dried indoors with windows closed

Helpful habits to reduce condensation: Open windows to ventilate your home
โœ” Use kitchen and bathroom extractors every time you cook or shower
โœ” Keep a low, steady level of heating rather than big temperature swings
โœ” Allow air to circulate behind furniture and around radiators

If youโ€™re concerned about persistent condensation or mould, Richardson & Starling can investigate the cause and advise on long-term solutions.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Learn more: https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/condensation-control/

Our local surveyors have been carrying out inspections across Perthshire, including Pitcairn Green, Scone and St Madoes....
01/05/2026

Our local surveyors have been carrying out inspections across Perthshire, including Pitcairn Green, Scone and St Madoes.

These private inspections on behalf of homeowners reflect the continued trust weโ€™ve built in the area. Our growth here is driven by strong local knowledge, industry experience, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer care on every project.

Did you know?
Unlike many others, Richardson & Starling employs a dedicated in-house contracts team. Our trained supervisors carry out daily inspections as work progresses, ensuring consistent quality, accountability, and peace of mind from start to finish.

If youโ€™re based in Perthshire and need trusted, professional advice, feel free to get in touch.

https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/

๐’๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐“๐ข๐ง๐ฒ ๐‡๐จ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ง ๐–๐จ๐จ๐? ๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘€It could be woodworm ๐Ÿ›๐Ÿชตโœ… Inspectionโœ… Specialist treatmentโœ… Peace of mind for homeowners ๐Ÿ ...
29/04/2026

๐’๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐“๐ข๐ง๐ฒ ๐‡๐จ๐ฅ๐ž๐ฌ ๐ˆ๐ง ๐–๐จ๐จ๐? ๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ๐Ÿ‘€

It could be woodworm ๐Ÿ›๐Ÿชต

โœ… Inspection
โœ… Specialist treatment
โœ… Peace of mind for homeowners ๐Ÿ 

๐Ÿ‘‰ Find out more: https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/woodworm/

Timber Window Repair: Restore, Donโ€™t ReplaceTimber windows are built to last, but over time they can suffer from rot, dr...
27/04/2026

Timber Window Repair: Restore, Donโ€™t Replace

Timber windows are built to last, but over time they can suffer from rot, drafts, and damaged joints. In many cases, repair is a smarter and more cost-effective alternative to full replacement.

Common signs include:
โ€ข Soft or crumbling timber around frames and sills
โ€ข Peeling paint and exposed wood
โ€ข Sticking or difficult-to-open windows
โ€ข Draughts, rattling, or water ingress

Richardson & Starling provide specialist timber window repairs to restore performance, appearance, and protection.

Learn more: https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/timber-window-repair/

A burst pipe makes an immediate mess, but itโ€™s usually spotted quickly.A small leak, on the other hand, can drip away un...
24/04/2026

A burst pipe makes an immediate mess, but itโ€™s usually spotted quickly.

A small leak, on the other hand, can drip away unnoticed for months - soaking timber, damaging plaster and causing serious rot.

By the time itโ€™s discovered, the damage can be significant.

If you notice any escape of water, even a small one, act quickly.

And if your property has been affected, Richardson & Starling are here to help restore it back to its best. ๐Ÿค

๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ ๐€๐›๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐‘๐จ๐ญ? ๐–๐ž ๐‚๐š๐ง ๐‡๐ž๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐Ÿ โœ…Dry rot can be stressful - but the right treatment can stop it spreading and protec...
22/04/2026

๐–๐จ๐ซ๐ซ๐ข๐ž๐ ๐€๐›๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ƒ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐‘๐จ๐ญ? ๐–๐ž ๐‚๐š๐ง ๐‡๐ž๐ฅ๐ฉ ๐Ÿ โœ…

Dry rot can be stressful - but the right treatment can stop it spreading and protect your home ๐Ÿชต๐Ÿ”ง

Signs homeowners often notice:

๐Ÿ“Œ Cracked or damaged skirting boards
๐Ÿชš Timber that breaks easily
๐Ÿ  Uneven or โ€œspringyโ€ floorboards
๐ŸŽจ Bubbling or peeling paint nearby

Learn more: https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/dry-rot/

When we talk about subfloor ventilation, this isnโ€™t what we mean.If your foot goes through the floor, itโ€™s a clear sign ...
17/04/2026

When we talk about subfloor ventilation, this isnโ€™t what we mean.

If your foot goes through the floor, itโ€™s a clear sign that something isnโ€™t right.

Woodworm can gradually weaken timber floorboards as the larvae feed within the wood, reducing their strength and durability over time.

Itโ€™s a common issue, particularly as we approach the warmer months when wood-boring insects become more active.

Signs to look out for include:

โ€ข Small flight holes in timber
โ€ข Frass (a fine, sawdust-like material)
โ€ข Crumbling or weakened wood

Subfloors and roof spaces are the areas most commonly affected, so these should be checked carefully.

If you suspect woodworm, Richardson & Starling can investigate and provide the appropriate treatment to protect your property.

15/04/2026

Worried About Woodworm? Signs vs Next Steps

Woodworm can be easy to miss at first, but the earlier itโ€™s identified, the easier it is to treat and control.

Common signs include:
โ€ข New or increasing exit holes in timber
โ€ข Dust collecting beneath beams or floorboards
โ€ข Timber that crumbles or breaks more easily than expected
โ€ข Visible damage to roof timbers, joists or flooring

Next steps:
Richardson & Starling can assess the affected area, identify the cause, and provide specialist treatment where required.

Learn more: https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/woodworm/

๐‚๐จ๐ง๐๐ž๐ง๐ฌ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐”๐ฉ ๐ˆ๐ง ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž? ๐Ÿ’งMisty windows, black mould and damp corners are classic signs of condensation โ€“ ...
13/04/2026

๐‚๐จ๐ง๐๐ž๐ง๐ฌ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐  ๐”๐ฉ ๐ˆ๐ง ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž? ๐Ÿ’ง

Misty windows, black mould and damp corners are classic signs of condensation โ€“ especially when the temperature drops.

Common causes include:
โ€ข Hot showers, kettles and cooking without enough ventilation
โ€ข Cold surfaces like windows, external walls and ceilings
โ€ข Wardrobes, beds and sofas pushed tight against outside walls
โ€ข Clothes drying on radiators or clothes horses with little airflow

Simple steps that can help:
โœ” Open windows and ventilate your home
โœ” Run extractor fans and open trickle vents
โœ” Maintain gentle, consistent background heating
โœ” Pull furniture a few centimetres away from cold walls

If condensation keeps coming back, it could be affecting your health and your home. Richardson & Starling can assess the issue and recommend effective condensation control solutions.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Learn more: https://www.richardsonandstarling.co.uk/condensation-control/

Moss on roofs is really common across many properties, but leaving it can lead to bigger issues.As moss breaks away, it ...
10/04/2026

Moss on roofs is really common across many properties, but leaving it can lead to bigger issues.

As moss breaks away, it can drop into gutters and downpipes and restrict water flow. When rainwater canโ€™t drain properly, it may overflow or back up, increasing the risk of water ingress. In colder weather, trapped water can freeze and expand, which can also put added strain on rainwater goods.

Regular property maintenance, including moss removal and keeping gutters clear, is a simple step that can help reduce the chances of damp, rot, and avoidable repair costs.

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