Rising Damp Treatment
Concerned about damp appearing around the bottom of your walls, damaged plaster, salt deposits or other signs of rising damp? Book a professional rising damp inspection for £120 and we'll arrange for a vetted damp proofing contractor covering your area to assess the affected walls, investigate the likely cause and recommend the appropriate next steps.
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Find Out What Is Causing the Low-Level Damp
Rising damp generally refers to moisture travelling upwards through porous building materials from the ground. It is commonly associated with the lower sections of ground-floor walls.
However, damp appearing near floor level does not automatically mean that a property has rising damp. Other moisture problems can produce similar symptoms.
External ground levels, leaks, penetrating damp, condensation, plumbing defects and bridging of an existing damp proof course may all need to be considered.
An onsite inspection allows the affected walls and surrounding conditions to be assessed before deciding whether rising damp treatment or another remedial approach may be appropriate.
- Damp around the bottom of walls
- Peeling paint or wallpaper
- Damaged or crumbling plaster
- Salt deposits on wall surfaces
- Damp or damaged skirting boards
- Persistent low-level moisture
- Musty smells near affected walls
- Suspected damp proof course problems
A Simple Way to Arrange Your Rising Damp Inspection
Tell us about the damp problem and we'll arrange for a vetted damp proofing contractor covering your area to assess the property.
Submit Your Details
Tell us where the property is, how many walls are affected and what symptoms you have noticed.
We Arrange a Contractor
We arrange for a vetted damp proofing contractor covering your area to attend the property.
The Damp Is Assessed
The contractor assesses the affected areas and investigates the likely source of the low-level moisture.
Receive the Next Steps
Where remedial work is recommended, the contractor can provide a separate quotation. You decide whether you wish to proceed.
Possible Signs of Rising Damp
The symptoms below can be associated with rising damp, but they can also occur with other moisture problems. An onsite assessment can help investigate the likely cause.
Low-Level Damp
Moisture concentrated around the lower sections of ground-floor walls can sometimes be associated with rising damp.
Damaged Plaster
Persistent moisture can contribute to plaster deterioration, crumbling surfaces and damage to internal finishes.
Salt Deposits
Salts may sometimes become visible on affected wall or plaster surfaces as moisture moves through building materials.
Peeling Decoration
Paint, wallpaper and other decorative finishes may deteriorate where walls remain persistently damp.
Damaged Skirting
Timber skirting boards positioned against persistently damp walls can sometimes show signs of deterioration.
Persistent Moisture
A recurring low-level damp problem that does not disappear may warrant further investigation to establish the moisture source.
Proceed With the Work? Your £120 Is Credited
Your £120 payment covers the rising damp inspection service. Following the inspection, the appointed contractor can provide a separate quotation if remedial work is recommended.
There is no obligation to proceed with that quotation.
What May Be Recommended After the Inspection?
The appropriate treatment depends on the actual source of the moisture. Rising damp treatment should not be assumed to be necessary until the property has been assessed.
Damp Proof Course Treatment
Where appropriate, a contractor may recommend work intended to establish or improve a damp-resistant barrier within the wall.
Remove DPC Bridging
Raised external ground, render, plaster or other materials may sometimes bridge an existing damp proof course and require corrective work.
Remove Affected Plaster
Where plaster has been significantly affected by moisture or salts, removal may form part of an appropriate remedial specification.
Replastering
Internal surfaces may require suitable replastering following treatment and preparation of affected areas.
External Corrections
If external ground levels or another building defect are contributing to the problem, corrective external work may be recommended.
Alternative Damp Treatment
If the moisture is not caused by rising damp, a different remedial approach may be recommended based on the findings of the inspection.
Other Damp & Moisture Services
Not sure whether the problem is rising damp? Explore our related services or book an inspection so the affected areas can be assessed.
Rising Damp Inspections Across the United Kingdom
We arrange professional rising damp inspections through vetted damp proofing contractors covering locations throughout the United Kingdom. Select your area below to find out more about damp proofing services near you.
Rising Damp FAQs
What is rising damp?
Rising damp generally refers to moisture moving upwards through porous building materials from the ground. An inspection can help assess whether this is likely to be the cause of low-level damp within a particular property.
What are the signs of rising damp?
Possible signs can include low-level damp, damaged plaster, peeling decoration, salt deposits and deterioration around skirting boards. These symptoms can also have other causes.
Does damp at the bottom of a wall always mean rising damp?
No. Low-level damp can have several possible causes. An inspection should be carried out before assuming that rising damp treatment or a new damp proof course is required.
How is rising damp treated?
The appropriate remedial work depends on the cause and condition of the property. Where rising damp is identified, recommendations may involve the damp proof course, affected plaster and any contributing building defects.
How much does a rising damp inspection cost?
The professional rising damp inspection costs £120. We arrange for a vetted damp proofing contractor covering your area to attend the property and assess the affected areas.
What is included in the £120 inspection?
The contractor attends your property and assesses the affected areas and likely moisture conditions. Where remedial work is recommended, a separate quotation can be provided.
Do I have to accept the contractor's quotation?
No. You are under no obligation to proceed with remedial work following the inspection.
What happens to my £120 if I proceed with the work?
If you choose to proceed with recommended remedial work through the appointed contractor, an amount equal to your £120 inspection fee is credited against the agreed cost of that work, subject to the applicable terms.
Is the £120 a deposit for rising damp treatment?
No. The £120 is the fee for the inspection service. Any subsequent rising damp treatment or other remedial work is quoted separately following the inspection.
Do you cover my area?
We arrange rising damp inspections across a growing network of locations throughout the United Kingdom. Enter your address and postcode when submitting your request so we can arrange a contractor covering your area.
Think You May Have Rising Damp?
Complete the form above to arrange a professional rising damp inspection for £120 with a contractor covering your area.