Rising Damp and its Effects

Many mature properties are subject to rising damp due to the lack of an effective damp proof course (a horizontal layer of water-proof material built into a wall, e.g. slate, bitumen, polythene). Existing damp proof courses can also become bridged by high external ground levels or can, over time break down. 

Once we have been instructed to undertake an inspection of the building our surveyors will use specialist equipment and their expertise to determine the source and extent of the dampness.
Typical solutions involve:

• The installation of a chemical damp proof course.
• The removal and reinstatement of contaminated or corroded plaster.
• The installation of specialist waterproof coatings.

In some instances it may be found that damp problems within a property are due to internal or external defects, such as faulty rainwater goods and porous external pointing. The presence of condensation and associated moulds can sometimes be mistaken by home owners for rising or penetrating dampness. Our experts will identify the problem and advise accordingly. 

Our expert technicians  and surveyors will also inspect all other forms of dampness such as condensation, ventilation issues and any other structural repairs such as lintel failure or cracking within brickwork.