Salt Analysis for Rising Damp: What the Tests Can Show
Salt in masonry can be a warning sign, but it doesn’t prove that rising damp is active. To understand how salt analysis is used to identify rising damp, a small plaster or masonry sample is tested for salts such as nitrates and chlorides, then interpreted alongside...
Will a mortgage lender accept an indemnity policy for damp?
Whether a mortgage lender will accept an indemnity policy for damp depends on the policy and the lender’s requirements. A lender may accept it, but the policy will not resolve the damp itself. If the property’s condition raises concerns, the lender may ask for a...
Choose a surveyor or damp proofing company
If you’re deciding how to spot a cowboy damp proofing company, start by separating diagnosis from treatment. A damp survey should investigate the cause, and remedial work should follow only when the findings support it. A treatment quote alone does not explain why...
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