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Draught proofing your windows and doors often slips down the list of home improvements, yet it offers straightforward savings and better comfort. By sealing gaps and reducing unwanted airflow, you can lower heating bills and make rooms feel warmer without major work. You don’t need specialist skills to tackle many draughts: simple fixes like seals, […]
How salts reach your walls Salts enter internal finishes when moisture moves through masonry and evaporates at the surface. Groundwater or external water drawn into the wall dissolves soluble minerals and carries them upward or inward. As the water evaporates on the plaster or paint, it leaves a visible white deposit and a growing concentration […]
A mouldy bathroom can be hard to manage and can pose risks to your health if left unchecked. Because bathrooms regularly produce high levels of moisture, condensation often forms on surfaces and, without action, can lead to persistent damp and mould growth. You can reduce condensation and stop mould by changing simple habits and making […]
Cracks in your walls can do more than look unsightly; they may signal problems that affect your home’s safety and fabric. Addressing cracks promptly helps prevent issues such as penetrating damp, mould and progressive structural damage that can become costly if left unattended. This guide explains what causes different types of wall cracks, how to […]
If you spot signs of woodworm in your home, it’s sensible to treat the problem seriously even though the insects themselves do not bite, sting or transmit disease to people. Their larvae and adult beetles cause timber to weaken over time, and that decay can undermine the safety and usability of floors, joists, beams and […]
Over 12.6 million searches about damp problems in the last year You are looking at a national volume of interest that exceeds 12.6 million queries about damp, condensation and mould over the past 12 months. Most of those searches came from England, with Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man contributing smaller but […]
Before you buy a property, a surveyor inspects the visible and accessible parts of the building to identify any existing defects and likely future problems. Expect checks on internal and external walls, meters and stop taps, accessible drainage, flood risk and obvious health and safety hazards such as unsafe glazing or damaged steps. The surveyor […]
How to spot compromised floorboards Look for soft spots or areas that dip when you put weight on them. Discolouration, staining or dark patches often point to water exposure that has weakened the timber.A persistent musty or earthy smell coming from the floor usually indicates decay or fungal activity beneath the surface. Telling wet rot […]
Cold winter air meeting warm indoor air often leads to water forming on your windows. That moisture can cause damp patches, encourage mould, and damage frames or surrounding decorations if left unchecked. Spotting and addressing condensation early helps protect your home’s structure and indoor air quality. This guide explains why condensation happens and gives practical […]
What counts as water entering a building? Water ingress happens when water gets into parts of your property where it should not be — through walls, brickwork, floors, roofs or around window and door openings. It includes penetrating damp from outside sources and moisture from internal leaks or condensation. You should treat any unexplained wetness, […]