Damp Information
To the un-initiated and as a means of taking away some of the mystery often associated with the timber & damp industry from a lay householders point of view, plus all the un-known implications that must seem to exist to those who have never had to have a dampness or timber inspection carried out whether it be on the property that they are living in or on one they wish to purchase. (Pre-purchase inspection). I hope the following information will clarify most circumstances that tend to arise in this particular specialist field. In this regard I have formed a list that describes what rising damp is, what other kinds of damp also affect buildings. The various timber problems that are likely to affect buildings and other associated related situations. i.e. flooding, leaks insurance claims etc.
Information Pages
Figures/Images
Fig 1 - Wall without damp proof course.
Fig 2 - Wall with slate damp proof course.
Fig 3 - Wall with fractured damp proof course, due to structual movement.
Fig 4 - Wall with pourus damp proof course.
Fig 5 - Wall with damp proof course bridging via high plinth
Fig 6 - Wall with damp proof course bridging via high ground
Fig 8 - Common Causes of penetrating damp
Final Note
I hope the reader can see the good sense of employing an independent timber & damp surveyor to inspect and report on a property when planning to purchase.
For those who are located beyond my own territory, I hope the links on my Other Independent Surveyors in the UK page can be helpful in your search for a damp and timber independent surveyor
