Dry rot is a common type of fungus that affects wood in nature and also inside properties. For the fungus to take hold, it needs a certain level of moisture to germinate and start spreading within timber. The fungus requires moisture to start growing. This moisture is mainly caused by some type of damp or …
Can rising damp cause dry rot? And is it serious? Read More »
When a property is suffering with some form of damp and condensation, the homeowner may wonder if there is a link between the two. For example, if the main problem is rising damp, can this add to the problems with condensation? Firstly, it is important to understand, that condensation is the most common cause of …
When people think about fixing rising damp, they will usually consider chemical or physical damp proof courses. These are either injected or inserted in the walls of a property. One lesser-known method is an electric damp proof course. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about electric damp proofing. Of course, …
Does electric damp proofing work? Will it stop rising damp? Read More »
Quarry tile floors are quite common in UK homes. They are generally found in older Victorian properties and are regularly installed in high traffic areas, such as kitchens, utility rooms and hallways. As with many construction materials in older properties, quarry tile floors were designed to be breathable. It is highly likely they will not …
Most types of damp will be less noticeable in summer. They will often be forgotten about, until they resurface when the wet weather increases, in autumn and winter. Rising damp is the result of moisture being sucked up from the ground through the foundations. This is most prevalent when the water table is high and …
Do you get rising damp in summer? And why this is the best time to fix it Read More »
Rising damp is one of the most serious types of damp. It can often be harder to diagnose and you are unlikely to even notice it occurring, until the problem has made significant progress into your property. This is due to the nature of the problem. Rising damp is caused when water wicks up from …
