Rising damp is a critical deterioration process in both historic and modern masonry structures, driven primarily by the capillary uptake of groundwater through porous building materials. This ...

Adam covers home improvements and mobile networks, splitting his time investigating topics from bathrooms to phone contracts. He was shortlisted at the BSME Talent Awards 2024. In this article How ...

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 ...

Follow this step-by-step guide to correctly build extension foundations up to damp-proof course (DPC) level. Learn about excavation, concrete pouring, brickwork, and damp-proofing to ensure a strong ...

Q My husband and I live in a bungalow converted from a building first constructed in 1914. We have lived here since 1993, but now one wall in a room has become very damp and we want to know if the ...

In 1999, the BBC2 programme Raising the Roof caused annoyance within the remedial industry by suggesting that rising damp did not exist, and that it was a concept invented by the industry in order to ...

Mould and damp in a home are more than just unsightly annoyances. Living in a property affected by black mould and heavy condensation can negatively affect your finances and health. Mould and dampness ...

When damp rears its ugly head, it can lead to all sorts of unwanted issues in the home. It’s not always easy to spot until obvious signs start appearing on walls and ceilings. While painting over damp ...