It is important not to allow a damp issue in your home to fester, as it can cause major problems if you do. This guide will assist you in getting rid of damp in your home before you have to make expensive repairs to it.

The Best Way to Get Rid of Damp

Look for signs of damp on your walls, such as wet or damp patches, flaking plaster and peeling wallpaper. The earlier you notice them, the easier it will be to get rid of them. In addition, you might notice damp, musty odours, rotten skirting boards, and black mould on the walls, floors, or ceilings.

Most damp problems can be resolved easily and cheaply, without the need for professional assistance. Improving your home’s ventilation can help clear condensation and prevent it from coming back.

In your home, the kitchen and bathroom produce the most moisture and therefore, an extractor fan should be installed in those areas of the house where the most moisture is generated.

The development of penetrating damp is a result of structural problems, such as faulty gutters or roofs, or cracks in exterior walls as a result of structural defects.

If you have rising damp, your first step should be to find out whether you have damp-proof courses (DPCs) and damp-proof membranes (DPMs), which are designed to prevent groundwater from penetrating ground-level walls.

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Your damp-proof course or membrane may have worn out or become damaged over time, causing your home to experience damp. If they are no longer working effectively, you will need to replace or repair them.

Are you looking for damp proofing services for your home? Call Hydrostop SA today and speak to the team about damp proofing your home.