Damp can be really hard to deal with, especially during the winter months and it is not unusual for properties to show signs of condensation and mould. This is made even worse as the weather gets colder.
Condensation is a very common form of damp where moisture generated through everyday living condenses on cold surfaces.
Other forms of damp include:
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Penetrating damp – where damp penetrates through the walls of the building and can usually be seen as an area of ‘wet’ staining on the wall or ceiling.
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Rising damp – where there is a failure in the damp proof course and moisture rises up through the building from the ground. This will only affect the ground floor as moisture cannot rise above 1 metre and will show as a ‘tide’ mark.
For advice on dealing with condensation and mould please take a look at our top tips, or our frequently asked questions.