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How to Treat Rising Damp in an Old House?
Related Case Studies Our recent work includes lower ground flat, Kings Cross WC1X; entrance party wall, Kilburn NW6 and bay window room, Highbury N5. Each case study sets out what the survey found and how the problem was fixed. Rising damp Lower ground flat, Kings Cross WC1X Rising damp returned around an arch and back […]
Does Home Insurance Cover Rising Damp?
Does Home Insurance Cover Rising Damp? Updated 5 November 2026. Reviewed by Michael Young, Head Contractor at Advanced Damp (CSSW and FODCS). Key Takeaways Why insurance doesn’t cover rising damp Home insurance is designed to pay for sudden, unforeseen events. Rising damp is the opposite. It develops slowly over months and years as ground moisture […]
Signs of Rising Damp: How to Spot It Early and What to Do Next
Signs of Rising Damp: How to Spot It Early and What to Do Next Key Takeaways The classic signs of rising damp are a horizontal tide mark on lower walls, white salt deposits on plaster, and peeling wallpaper or paint confined to the bottom metre of a wall. Rising damp rarely rises above 1-1.5 metres; […]
Damp Walls: Causes, Signs and How to Fix Them
Damp Walls: Causes, Signs and How to Fix Them Updated 4 November 2026. Reviewed by Michael Young, Head Contractor at Advanced Damp (CSSW and FODCS). Key Takeaways A damp patch on a wall is rarely the problem itself. It is a symptom of water getting into the wall, or forming on its surface, from somewhere […]
What Causes Rising Damp on Internal Walls? Damp Patches
Rising Damp on Internal Walls: What Causes It and How to Treat It Key Takeaways: Related Case Studies Our recent work includes lower ground flat, Kings Cross WC1X; entrance party wall, Kilburn NW6 and bay window room, Highbury N5. Each case study sets out what the survey found and how the problem was fixed. Rising […]
Surveyor Missed Damp: What Can I Do?
Surveyor Missed Damp During House Survey Key Takeaways: Significance of Undetected Rising Damp: If rising damp goes unnoticed in a property survey, it poses a serious concern as it has the potential to cause structural damage and compromise the overall integrity of the building. Factors Contributing to Non-Detection: Various factors may contribute to rising damp […]
How to Treat Rising Damp: Methods and Costs
How to Treat Rising Damp Effectively Key Takeaways: Understanding Rising Damp: It is a unique form of moisture affecting building walls, characterised by the upward movement of groundwater through microscopic tubes in bricks, akin to a straw network. Identifying Rising Damp: Visible signs include plaster and paint damage, wallpaper detachment, visible stains resembling tide marks, […]
Is Rising Damp Real?
Is Rising Damp Real? Understanding the Facts Key Takeaways: As a homeowner, wall dampness might be one of the major concerns to bother you. While there are multiple types of it, rising damp emerges as the most controversial one. Wondering why? Well, it’s a relatively rare phenomenon that can cause severe damage to a […]
What Does Damp Smell Like? Identifying Damp Odours
What Does Damp Smell Like? Signs to Look For Key Takeaways: Damp is one of those issues that can go untreated and undetected for years, especially if DIY isn’t your strongest point. There’s no judgements or anything like that here though folks, all we want to do is show you how you can get […]
Damp in Bedroom Walls: Causes, Signs and How to Fix It
Damp in Bedroom Walls: Causes, Signs and How to Fix It Updated 5 November 2026. Reviewed by Michael Young, Head Contractor at Advanced Damp (CSSW and FODCS). Key Takeaways Why bedrooms are prone to damp Bedrooms combine several things that encourage damp. They are often kept cooler than living areas, doors and windows are closed […]
Why Is My Plaster Bubbling? Causes and How to Fix It
Why Is My Plaster Bubbling? Causes and How to Fix It Updated 3 November 2026. Reviewed by Michael Young, Head Contractor at Advanced Damp (CSSW and FODCS). Key Takeaways Bubbling or blistering plaster is one of the clearest signs that something is wrong inside a wall. The surface lifts into raised patches, paint peels or […]
What are the Damp Patches on my Walls After It Rains?
Understanding and Fixing Damp Patches on Walls Key Takeaways: Have you ever noticed yellow streaks appearing or damp patches on the wall after heavy rain? It is a result of moisture present in your walls caused by water ingress. Damp can attack both your external and internal walls rendering them wet for several reasons. […]
How to Stop Damp in Your House: 9 Expert Tips
How to Stop Damp in Your House: 9 Expert Tips Updated 3 November 2026. Reviewed by Michael Young, Head Contractor at Advanced Damp (CSSW and FODCS). Key Takeaways Damp in a home causes peeling paint, mould, musty smells and, left long enough, damage to plaster and timber. The good news is that a lot of […]