Can high external ground levels cause damp inside?
Yes. Soil, paving or patios positioned too close to or [...]
Can you diagnose rising damp from a photograph?
Photographs can help us understand the visible symptoms, but they [...]
Will damaged plaster need to be removed?
Not all plaster affected by damp needs to be removed. [...]
Can rising damp be treated?
Yes, rising damp can be treated once the cause has [...]
What is the difference between rising damp and condensation?
Rising damp begins at ground level as moisture moves upwards [...]
Can a leaking roof or gutter cause penetrating damp?
Yes. Damaged roof coverings, failed flashing, chimney defects, blocked gutters [...]
What is the difference between penetrating damp and rising damp?
Penetrating damp is normally caused by water entering through an [...]
What causes penetrating damp?
Penetrating damp occurs when water enters through a defect in [...]
What are the signs of penetrating damp?
Penetrating damp commonly appears as localised damp patches, staining, peeling [...]
What does a damp survey include?
The exact process depends on the property and the symptoms [...]
