There are a few visible signs of damp, although it often goes undetected. However, in older or empty properties, this made become detectable through its smell. These include peeling paint and wallpaper, crumbling plaster, mould growth, black spots or spores on walls and ceilings, and rotting skirting boards and flooring.
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| Damp Proofing Specialist job | Damp Proofing Specialist cost in 2026 |
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| Damp proofing | £354-£3,922 |
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Signs of rising damp tend to be close to the ground, usually no higher than a metre. It usually works its way up walls in horizontal lines. Penetrating damp usually develops in patches and can often be much higher up. For more advice, speak to a damp proofing professional.
Damp is a serious problem, particularly if you live in an old property, because it can lead to structural damage. This will cost you big money and could be very dangerous, to yourself and the property. Take damp seriously and get it inspected and resolved as soon as you discover it!
You should make sure that all signs of damp have gone before you redecorate your walls. If you want to paint your walls with a water-permeable emulsion paint, you can usually do this after 1 or 2 months. For other types of decoration you should wait longer.
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15 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Farnborough - GU14
Enquiry from: Peter H
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our front bedroom has mould above the window, possibly caused by a blocked gutter , which has now been cleared of leaves. however the mould remains and is difficult to eliminate. we need to be rid of ...
14 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
London - W3
Enquiry from: Chris R
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Front of house approximately 6M fix the damp proofing externally. Red brick 1920s terraced proofing
13 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Leeds - LS5
Enquiry from: Carol V
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Firstly advice on a problem with my lounge wall under a window and in corner of the room. It must be damp of some kind but is more dry and crumbly.
11 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Ashford - TW15
Enquiry from: Krishna A
Start Date: Immediate
To check whether the wall is damp or not
11 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Chester - CH1
Enquiry from: Mark E
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I have some black mould developing in three bedrooms, I need to stop it coming back.
10 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
London - SE27
Enquiry from: William P
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There is damp in my conservatory which was built about 10 years ago. The damp has affected one wall and the shed ceiling and only appears after prolonged rain.
09 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Bexhill-on-Sea - TN40
Enquiry from: Daniel S
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Large bedroom and corridor wall need damp proofing
08 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Rhyl - LL18
Enquiry from: Anthony W
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Eliminate damp originating from concrete kitchen floor prior to the installation of a new kitchen. Repair rising damp at the rear of the lounge fireplace.
04 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Bexley - DA5
Enquiry from: Chloe N
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Need someone to look at some damp & timber issues raised on a property survey which we are purchasing if possible please.
04 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Plymouth - PL4
Enquiry from: Dawson H
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would it be possible to provide a quote for clearing damp and mould from properties in plymouth please? we are a social housing provider and need to clear damp and mould found in the following propert...
04 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Warrington - WA3
Enquiry from: John D
Start Date: Immediate
small downstairs toilet needs tanking
04 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Potters Bar - EN6
Enquiry from: Priyanka R
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To review the damp, see the source, take damp readings and advise the best course of action.
03 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Westcliff-on-Sea - SS0
Enquiry from: Peter C
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I need to get a damp survey done. For the damp survey to be accepted it needs to meet the following conditions: • xx xx The report must be dated within the last 90 days and for the correct...
01 Jun
Building work | Damp Proofing
Newport - NP10
Enquiry from: Leonard C
Start Date: Immediate
Identify and provide solutions to resolve damp issues
30 May
Building work | Damp Proofing
Pinner - HA5
Enquiry from: Kiran M
Start Date: Immediate
Damp wall in daughter’s bedroom. Find and fix the issue
29 May
Building work | Damp Proofing
Port Talbot - SA12
Enquiry from: Arnel Z
Start Date: Immediate
damp is evidence on the bottom stairs, next to the inside wall
28 May
Building work | Damp Proofing
Dundee - DD4
Enquiry from: Stuart S
Start Date: Immediate
Looks like a burst pipe in an adjacent wall causing a damp patch on my bedroom wall. Needs damp proofing repair
27 May
Building work | Damp Proofing
Crewe - CW1
Enquiry from: Alan M
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a dpc, the house looks damp. are you the property owner: owner of the property how many rooms do you need damp proofing: 1-2 rooms property type: semi detached please call to appoint
26 May
Building work | Damp Proofing
Haverfordwest - SA61
Enquiry from: Susan B
Start Date: Immediate
customer in haverfordwest area has requested that we arrange quotes for their damp proofing project.ms are considering various options and would like to discuss with a damp proofing specialist directl...
25 May
Building work | Damp Proofing
Forfar, Kirriemuir - DD8
Enquiry from: Dayveen R
Start Date: Immediate
Hi I need the house fully checked for damp. I have the home report but need it checked and a price.
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