Are you finding Dark Patches on your internal walls? Peeling Wallpaper, Blistering Paint or Salt Efflorescence? These are the most common signs of Rising Dampness.

Here we focus on the problems associated with Rising Damp, and more importantly, how to treat the problem.

Rising Damp is a common problem in older properties either because no damp proof course (DPC) was provided at the time of building, or because a physical membrane has failed or been ‘bridged’. In the majority of cases the provision of a remedial DPC is a cost effective and minimum disturbance option.

Dampness in buildings, if left untreated, can lead to structural deterioration and timber decay, spoil decorations and can have problematic health effects through the development of moulds and mites.

Available treatments for Rising Damp in walls include:

• Damp Proof Membranes
• Damp Proof Creams
• Damp Proof Injection Fluids
• Salt Neutraliser
• Render Additives For Replastering

If you think you may have Rising Damp, but unsure what to do next? Please do not hesitate to us call on  for free impartial advice.

Not every form of ‘dampness’ relates to Rising Damp. It may be problems associated with Penetrating Dampness or even Condensation Dampness, so it is important to identify exactly what the problem is, and we are here to help.