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All Possible Causes of Damp
❖ Condensation
❖ Rainwater penetration through external walls
❖ Rainwater penetration around window frames and doors etc.
❖ Leaks from roofs, gutters and downspouts
❖ Lateral penetration associated with changes of floor/ground level and high external ground levels
❖ Faulty drains
❖ Internal plumbing leaks
❖ Mortar droppings or debris in cavity walls
❖ Bridging of a damp-proof course
❖ History of flooding
❖ Linings which may cover up areas
❖ Poor building practices
How to Identify Damp
Wet & Dry Rot:
- A damp musty smell
- Fungal growth
- Cracking and crumbling of timber
Basement Waterproofing:
- Damp musty smell
- Mould growing
- White, chalky substance on the walls
Condensation:
- Damp patches on walls, especially behind furniture tin corners
- Streaming windows
- Black mould
- Wall papers
Rising Damp:
- A salt-like substance appearing on the walls
- Peeling wallpaper
- Tide marks
- Walls that are moist to touch
