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Can a blocked gutter cause damp?

Penetrating Damp / By Carl

Damp can enter a property in many different ways. However, the most common way is via some form of penetrating damp. This happens when a defect allows water to enter from outside. This can be made even worse in areas where excess water runs onto the property. Blocked guttering can certainly cause this kind of …

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What tradesman do I need for damp?

DPC / By Carl

Due to damp being such a varied problem, it can be difficult to know who you should hire to fix it. For example, is a damp proofing company always the best option? Or can you hire other trades to help with specific issues? In most cases a damp specialist will be your best option when …

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Can engineering bricks be used as a DPC?

DPC / By Carl

A DPC (damp proof course) is a legal requirement in all residential properties in the UK. In modern properties you will either have a rigid DPC or a flexible DPC. Flexible DPC’s are usually a plastic sheet that is placed in the mortar joint between bricks, roughly 150mm above external ground level. This is the …

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Is a damp survey worth it? Find out what the survey involves

Damp Survey / By Carl

Damp in UK properties is a common problem. It can come in 3 forms: Condensation Penetrating damp Rising damp Of these three, condensation is the most common and thankfully it is the easiest to fix. In most cases you will not need an expert, or a damp survey to find and fix condensation. Penetrating damp …

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