The solutions for the treatment of damp have come a long way with modern methods, which allows us to eradicate the problem for good, but can be caused by a wide spread of building defects and can sometimes be difficult to diagnose.

Luckily, our experts know exactly what to look out for with years of experience in the field, but prevention is always the best cure, so to help prevent damp, there are a few simple things you can do to help reduce the risk of damp or existing damp getting worse, these typically include:

• Ventilation - Ppen windows and doors, especially in the morning and after cooking or showering.
• Heating - Use your heating to keep your home warm, especially in the winter. This can help prevent condensation from forming on cold walls.
• Dehumidifier - Use a dehumidifier to help with damp, but it's only a temporary solution.
• Damp Proofing - To resolve rising damp, you can install a damp proofing course (DPC) or a damp membrane. A DPC is injected into holes in the masonry, while a damp membrane acts as a physical barrier.