Q I am buying a house and the surveyor has stated that the damp-proof course is bridged by render. He found no signs of damp anywhere in the house. Do I need to worry? He suggests the render should be ...

If you notice damp or bulging walls, it could be a red flag. Find out the cause of the problem before embarking on potentially costly repairs. May Chanikran/Shutterstock Damp problems in a house can ...

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Rising damp will make other damp problems worse — and mould is a key indicator. Dry rot can take hold in warm, unseen parts of a building and can be difficult to see for some time. Subsidence, rising ...

Our buildings include several faults that may appear minor but can play a significant role in allowing moisture to enter the structure. Dampness is defined as the presence of excessive wetness on ...

Are damp and mould the same thing? Condensation Rising damp Penetrating damp Rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation are the three most common types of damp for residential properties. Each ...