Keep getting damp in your home?

Condensation damp is one of the most common types of damp, and it usually happens when warm, moist air hits a cold surface — like a window or a poorly insulated wall. When that warm air cools down quickly, it turns into water droplets. You’ve probably seen this on windows after a hot shower or while cooking.

If left unchecked, it can lead to black mould, a musty smell, and damp patches. It tends to show up in places with poor ventilation, such as bathrooms, kitchens, or any room that doesn’t get much fresh air.

Rising damp happens when moisture from the ground makes its way up through the walls of your home. This is usually down to a damaged or missing damp-proof course — the protective barrier that’s supposed to stop water from creeping upwards.

You’ll often spot signs like tide marks on the walls, flaking or bubbling paint, rotting skirting boards or floorboards, and that tell-tale musty smell. It tends to affect the lower parts of walls, especially on the ground floor, and can cause a lot of damage if left untreated.

Penetrating damp happens when water finds its way into your home from the outside, usually through cracks in the walls, roof, or around windows and doors. Unlike rising damp, it doesn’t just stick to the lower parts of the walls — it can appear anywhere, depending on where the water is getting in.

You might notice damp patches that get worse after it rains, along with signs like crumbling plaster, stained walls, or peeling wallpaper. If left unchecked, it can cause serious damage to your home’s interior, especially during wet weather.