Oakfield Contracting Services Ltd

Oakfield Contracting Services Ltd Specialists in remedial surveys, timber preservation, damp diagnosis & treatment and rendering replacement.

Over 22 years experience, fully insured and members of The Guild of Master Craftsmen. Specialists in remedial surveys, timber preservation, damp diagnosis & treatment and rendering replacement. . We deal with all forms of damp including rising/penetrating damp, condensation, wet rot & dry rot. We are highly skilled in diagnosing and treating timber decay, timber infection and timber infestation in

cluding woodworm, CFB, longhorn, deathwatch and powder post beetles. Members of the Guild of Master Craftsmen & CITB (Construction Industry Training Board) with over 22 years experience and fully insured.

Employee of the week;The hardest working member of the team was back on site this week so must be congratulated. Henry, ...
06/09/2026

Employee of the week;

The hardest working member of the team was back on site this week so must be congratulated. Henry, you are our employee of the week! You always arrive on time and always with that wry smile on your face no matter the circumstances. Congratulations buddy 👏 😂

New floor going in!Unfortunately this customer was dealing with an outbreak of dry rot in the bathroom. Due to this, the...
05/09/2026

New floor going in!

Unfortunately this customer was dealing with an outbreak of dry rot in the bathroom. Due to this, the timbers have been removed and the masonry has been sterilised in bathroom and adjacent walls, which were also affected. Unfortunately dry rot can spread vastly so it's important to ensure all affected areas are treated properly to stop it in its tracks.

That doesn't look very smooth.......is it meant to be?No, it's actually important that this coat is not smooth on the wa...
04/09/2026

That doesn't look very smooth.......is it meant to be?

No, it's actually important that this coat is not smooth on the wall. The scratches and grooves are intentional as they give the next coat something to grip onto. It's what we call the mechanical key; the grooves and rough texture provide a physical surface for the next layer of plaster to lock into.

Why is that important?
It prevents delamination, a smooth, polished base could cause the new plaster to slide or detach as it dries.
It controls suction, the rough coat helps the next coat bond more consistently rather than drying unevenly.
It helps thickness, the texture gives the following coat a more predictable surface to build on.

It definitely doesn't look pretty or perfectly uniform at this stage but it's important it doesn't!

The main part of our job is to expect the unexpected. When we removed the plaster from this clients wall recently, it wa...
27/08/2026

The main part of our job is to expect the unexpected. When we removed the plaster from this clients wall recently, it was clear that the original wooden lintel was rotten and had completely broken down.

Why would you use wood for a lintel as it will rot?

In older brick houses, wooden lintels were commonly used to support the brickwork above an opening such as a window or door. They often used timber because it was readily available and easy to work with, as time progressed, they moved on to use stone, concrete or steel as it doesn't break down so easily.

What does a lintel do?

A lintel is essentially a horizontal beam spanning the opening. The brickwork above it puts downward load onto the lintel, the lintel then transfers that load sideways into the brickwork at either side of the opening. This prevents the bricks above the opening from simply falling into the opening.

They serve a very important purpose in our homes!

Do you remember a couple of weeks ago we had a client with a leaking roof? We had hoped it was a simple fix but sadly, i...
24/08/2026

Do you remember a couple of weeks ago we had a client with a leaking roof? We had hoped it was a simple fix but sadly, it was fully rotten through and required a rebuild. The lads did a great job and we received a message from our happy customer saying "Ryan and Bailey have done such a good job with the roof replacement, such lovely guys".

We always pass on the positive feedback to our staff as it's important they feel valued and motivated in the job. Well done both!

A Friday thanks to Signlink; https://signlinkgraphics.co.uk/ for completing the sign writing on our vans. We have receiv...
21/08/2026

A Friday thanks to Signlink; https://signlinkgraphics.co.uk/ for completing the sign writing on our vans. We have received so many positive comments about them and people we know now wave at us as we drive past 😂 Have you seen us out and about?

Whilst we have been enjoying the most wonderful summer, it sadly won't be long until the colder, wetter and darker days ...
19/08/2026

Whilst we have been enjoying the most wonderful summer, it sadly won't be long until the colder, wetter and darker days return. With this can come condensation mould, which thrives in the autumn and winter. If you know this is going to affect you already, make sure you give our team a call. We will identify the root cause, treat the area(s) with specialist products and apply preventative solutions to stop it returning.

For a no obligation chat, give us a call on 07786 402850 or send us a WhatsApp to the same number

Ending the week on a high! Huge congratulations to Bailey who has completed and passed his Level 2 Apprenticeship in Pro...
14/08/2026

Ending the week on a high! Huge congratulations to Bailey who has completed and passed his Level 2 Apprenticeship in Property Maintenance. Really proud of you Bailey, an asset to the Oakfield Team! Well done 👏

What is a remedial survey? A remedial survey is carried out when an issue(s) has been identified such as damp, timber de...
12/08/2026

What is a remedial survey?
A remedial survey is carried out when an issue(s) has been identified such as damp, timber decay, structural defects or other building problems. The survey looks at the cause of the issue(s), the extent of the damage and what remedial work is needed to put it right.

Why should we have a remedial survey?

It identifies the root cause allowing treatment to stop it from spreading.

It protects your property, finding and addressing problems early can help prevent further damage.

It can save money, understanding exactly what work is required helps avoid unnecessary or ineffective repairs.

A remedial survey isn't just about fixing what's visible, it's about understanding why the problem has occurred and how to resolve it properly.

We provide remedial surveys across Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire. For a no obligation chat to find out more, give us a call or send us a WhatsApp on 07786 402850.

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