What’s Rising Damp? Rising damp is a rare form of moisture that affects building walls. Groundwater is pulled up through the walls due to capillary action. This occurs when water is sucked up through small channels in the bricks, comparable to a series of straws. This water contains salts, which also travel up the wall. … Continued
What Is Wet Rot? Moisture between 30-50% can cause wood to naturally rot, which is known as wet rot. This is distinct from dry rot, which is seen in wood with a moisture content of 20% or lower. Wet rot is caused by a fungus, Coniophora Puteana, commonly known as basement fungus, that is attracted … Continued
What Are The Most Common Penetrating Damp Causes? Faulty construction and substandard workmanship of roofing, leaking rainwater pipes, or insufficient ceilings around windows and doors can all lead to penetrating moisture. When the external material starts to break down, moisture is able to get in through the walls, resulting in penetrating damp. A building’s brickwork … Continued
What’s Dry Rot? Dry rot is a type of wood decay caused by a wood-destroying fungus which consumes the components that give timber strength and stiffness. It was formerly used to describe any fungus-induced rotting of cured wood in ships and buildings, resulting in a dark, degraded, and cracked state. The dry rot fungus’ life … Continued
What Is Damp? A damp issue in the home can be due to water infiltrating the walls, floors or ceilings. Potential causes of this include broken pipes, high condensation, missing or loose roof tiles or moisture coming up from the ground and some bricks becoming porous. There are two levels of dampness: mild and severe. … Continued