From Water-Damaged to Wonderfully Restored: A Living Room Brought Back to Life

Jackie, a long-time Tonbridge resident living in a charming 1940s bungalow, was faced with the distress of a major ceiling leak that left her living room in poor condition. The water had penetrated much of the existing render, causing it to delaminate and blow from the wall. Her ceiling insulation was saturated and ineffective.

That’s when she called Mighty Oak Homes—not just for the fix, but for honest advice and a reliable solution.

The Brief: A Living Room in Urgent Need of Rescue

Jackie needed help, and quickly. Her living room had become uninhabitable following a significant leak. While the initial request was for a ceiling and wall skim, we soon discovered that over 70% of the existing internal render had lost its bond and was no longer safe to keep in place.

After a thorough inspection, we advised a full hack-off of the walls, fresh boarding of the ceiling, and complete redecoration. Jackie took this advice back to her insurance company, who approved the additional works following our expert guidance.

The Process: Careful Removal, Structural Integrity & Finishing Touches

We carried out the job over seven days, treating the property with the same care and respect we would our own.

Step-by-step:

 Full removal of damaged ceiling and insulation

 Hacking off all failed internal render back to bare brick

 Installing new ceiling insulation to restore thermal efficiency

 Overboarding the ceiling for a clean, level surface

 Re-rendering and plastering all walls to a high finish

 Final redecoration to return the room to its former comfort and charm

The biggest challenge was weighing the risks of simply skimming over the blown render versus doing the job properly. We explained these risks to Jackie—who was grateful for the transparency—and she was able to secure full support from her insurer for the expanded works.

The Result: Warm, Solid & Rejuvenated

The outcome is a beautifully smooth, freshly insulated and decorated living room that feels warm and welcoming once again. Jackie was thrilled—not only with the results but with the clarity and support we provided throughout the process.

Why Homeowners in Tonbridge Trust Mighty Oak Homes

This Tonbridge project shows exactly what sets us apart—clear advice, practical solutions, and high standards of work, especially when insurance-based claims are involved.

 Decades of hands-on experience in plastering and insulation
Skilled in managing insurance-related repairs and communications
Straightforward advice and full transparency
Respectful and tidy team, always putting clients first
Local expertise with older Tonbridge properties like Jackie’s 1940s bungalow

Need Water Damage Repairs in Tonbridge?

If your home has suffered from water damage—whether from a leak, flood or burst pipe—Mighty Oak Homes can help restore it properly. From insulation and ceiling repairs to plastering and painting, we take care of the whole process.

Tel: 01892 249060 | Email: elliot@moh.org.uk

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