Rising damp can be recognised in several ways. The presence of white, fluffy salts on the surface of the wall associated with damp stains usually indicates the movement of ground water into the wall.

Additionally fungal decay in skirtings and floor joists is normally associated with an attendant damp problem.

The damage which can occur as a direct result of rising dampness is likely to affect plaster, decorations, wall and floor coverings, fabrics etc.

The lack of a damp proof course or the presence of an ineffective one could result in rising damp and all the potential for expensive damage that inevitably entails.

Once rising damp has been established remedial works can then be recommended. There are numerous methods of controlling/eliminating rising damp within the structure of the wall.

The introduction of a chemical damp proof course along with associated plastering works would control rising damp preventing the deterioration of new plaster and decoration.

Injection mortar can be used for the treatment of rising damp in large dimension or rubble filled walls, where a conventional chemical damp proof course is not practical.
To eliminate rising damp completely a continuous physical membrane has to be installed.

The application of a cementitious slurry or vertical moisture vapour barrier may be an alternative, where a conventional chemical damp proof course is not practical.

Heritage Preservation (Remedials) Ltd will undertake a detailed remedial survey to determine the exact cause of dampness/ Once this has been established a full report and recommendations will be submitted detailing any treatment to control dampness within the structure of the building and any associated works should it be found necessary.