Rising damp occurs when moisture from the ground is drawn up into a building's walls through capillary action, which happens when there isn't any DPC (damp proof course).

Monsoons can be tough times for homeowners. The sudden downpours and occasional storms can wreak havoc on our homes. Here are ...

Problem: damp is penetrating walls at different heights, around windows and doors, and at ceiling height. Solution: insert a damp proof course in the walls at different levels to create a barrier to ...

It's natural for walls and floors to allow a little water in, but it’s usually stopped from causing damage by a barrier called a damp-proof course or damp-proof membrane (see image below). A ...

Dr Kalpesh Vaishnav, pulmonologist, Saifee Hospital, Mumbai, explains, “Mould thrives in wet, damp environments, particularly on unpainted walls. As it grows, it releases tiny spores and fungal ...

An angry pensioner has lost a "ridiculous" £280,000 fight with her doctor neighbour over "inches" of "dead space" separating ...

Damp Proof: The Cavity-Wall Insulation Scandal trailer. Posted: 24 September 2024 | Last updated: 7 January 2025. Investigation: Thousands of homeowners nationwide signed a no-win, no-fee ...

Damp walls are not just an unsightly nuisance - they can lead to serious structural damage, health issues, and a persistent musty odour in your home. Whether it's caused by condensation, leaks, or ...

There were about 208,000 households with children in damp private accommodation in 2022-23, according to the latest English Housing Survey,, external up from just over 122,000 in the pre-pandemic ...

How many homes have damp and mould? The full extent of how many homes are affected by damp and mould is unclear. The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) said its ‘best estimate’ showed between three and ...

There were about 208,000 households with children in damp private accommodation in 2022-23, according to the latest English Housing Survey, up from just over 122,000 in the pre-pandemic period ...