Q I am buying a house and the surveyor has stated that the damp-proof course is bridged by render. He found no signs of damp anywhere in the house. Do I need to worry? He suggests the render should be ...

If you notice damp or bulging walls, it could be a red flag. Find out the cause of the problem before embarking on potentially costly repairs. May Chanikran/Shutterstock Damp problems in a house can ...

In 1999, the BBC2 programme Raising the Roof caused annoyance within the remedial industry by suggesting that rising damp did not exist, and that it was a concept invented by the industry in order to ...

July is the peak of the wet season in Nigeria and the effect of the high intensity rain poses high hydro-geological stress to civil infrastructure. Perimeter fences are one of the most susceptible ...

Find out what type of damp is affecting your home so that you can eradicate the problem without spending more than you need to. Adam SnookSenior Researcher & Writer Adam covers home improvements and ...

Finding the perfect home at the right price can be challenging, and in our pricey capital cities, houses that could be dubbed affordable are often found to have a long list of defects that can turn ...