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The purpose of damp proofing is to stop moisture from getting into your home, where it can cause damage. Water can soak upwards from the ground or in through external walls, affecting the bricks and plaster underneath. Inside, this leads to issues like mould on walls, wet patches, and even damage to the building’s framework. A damp proof course is a special barrier built into the walls to stop ground water from rising.

If this barrier isn’t there or isn’t working, water can travel through the building and show up on your inside walls. You might see crumbly plaster, dark damp spots, or black mould. These are clear signs your home needs better protection from damp. Because damp and mould can affect your health, it’s very important for homes in the UK to have proper damp proofing.

Multiple factors can lead to damp problems within a house. Water or vapor often enters due to common issues like leaking gutters, missing roof tiles, cracked walls, or broken pipes. Poor airflow inside a home can also cause moisture to build up. Additionally, walls without proper protection are susceptible to rising damp. This process of water finding its way inside is called “water ingress.” The most important step in a permanent repair is to stop the water at its source before beginning any damp treatment.

RISING DAMP OSWESTRY

Rising damp happens when ground water is sucked up into your walls. This spreading dampness can then cause other damage, like rotting wooden beams or attracting woodworm.

Look out for these clear signs:

  • Plaster or paint that is flaking off.

  • Crusty white marks on the wall (salt deposits).

  • Wallpaper that is coming away.

  • Obvious damp patches or stains.

Most houses have a built-in barrier called a damp-proof course to stop this, but it might be missing or broken in an older home. If you think you have rising damp, you should get advice from a specialist damp-proofer straight away.

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Penetrating damp is what happens when rainwater gets through the outer shell of your house, causing damp problems inside. It’s often due to simple maintenance issues like a blocked gutter, a leaking pipe, a crack in the wall, or a window that wasn’t sealed properly.

You might have penetrating damp if you see:

  • A damp patch that gets bigger when it rains.

  • Plaster that is bubbling or flaking.

  • Green moss or mould growing on an outside wall.

  • Small cracks in the brickwork.

Ignoring it can make your home colder, damage your floors and walls, and even weaken the structure of the house. It’s important to fix the cause and treat the damp as soon as you see it.

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Condensation is the most common type of damp. It happens when the moist air from cooking or showering touches a cold surface, like a window, and turns into water. This is often worse in homes that aren’t heated or ventilated enough.

Look for these clear signs:

  • Black mould growing on walls or around windows.

  • Wet, misty windows on the inside of the house.

  • Water dripping down and collecting on window sills.

You can reduce condensation by letting moist air out (ventilation) and keeping your home warmer (insulation). For a complete fix that stops it for good, a professional damp company can provide the most effective solution.

Where are we located:

Pear Tree Cottage, Candy, Oswestry SY10 9BA

Call Us on:

01691 779383

Email Us:

help@bespokedampproofing.co.uk

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