DampStar

HOW DO YOU DAMP PROOF A WALL? 🛠
Dampness on walls is a very common problem but not every damp problem on a wall is the same, so the appropriate damp proofing can vary. ☝️ For condensation problems you may simply need to improve ventilation in the property and clean the mould from the wall. Penetrating damp can be treated by fixing a source of water ingress and rising damp can often be fixed by installing or repairing a damp proof course. ✅

CAN YOU DO DAMP PROOFING YOURSELF? 💁
DIY Damp Proofing Kits do exist and the include everything your would need to install a damp proof course. ✅ However, if you do choose to go down this route please make sure you know what you are doing an incorrectly installed damp proof injection can cause more problems than it solves. Also, unless the condition you are facing is specifically rising damp there is no need for a DPC. 🚨

Additionally, DIY damp proofing will not carry a damp proofing guarantee.

WHAT IS A SLATE DAMP PROOF COURSE? 😥
It is the type of damp proofing course that is quite common within older properties. 🏚 The slate is used as a barrier between the bricks to prevent moisture from travelling up through the wall via capillary action. 🧼