How to Identify and Control Dry Rot
Key Takeaways Dry rot is a serious fungal decay that affects timber in buildings, potentially causing severe structural damage. Early…
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How to Get Rid of Damp Smell
Key Takeaways Removing a damp smell from your home requires identifying and addressing the source of the moisture, as well…
How To Treat Rising Damp | Causes And How To Treat It
Key Takeaways: Rising damp involves moisture moving up through walls from ground level. Proper diagnosis, drainage, ventilation, and targeted treatments—often…
How to Fix Rising Damp
Key Takeaways Rising damp is a serious issue caused by moisture traveling up through walls from the ground. Addressing it…
How Do Surveyors Check for Damp?
Key Takeaways Surveyors use a combination of visual inspections, specialist tools, and professional judgement to detect damp in properties. Their…
How Much Does Damp Devalue a House?
Key Takeaways Damp can significantly reduce the value of a property, both due to repair costs and the negative impression…
How Much is a Damp-Proof Course?
Key Takeaways A damp-proof course (DPC) is a crucial barrier that protects homes from rising damp and moisture damage. Understanding…
How to Cure & Fix Damp Walls
Key Takeaways Damp walls can cause long-term damage and health issues if left untreated. Identifying the cause—whether leaks, condensation, or…
How to Do Damp Proofing
Key Takeaways Damp proofing protects your property from moisture damage, mould growth, and structural issues. Professional methods like chemical injection…
How to Stop Rising Damp
Key Takeaways Rising damp is caused by moisture moving up through a building’s foundations, leading to structural and cosmetic damage…