We all want our homes to be in the best condition they can be. This only makes sense. This is the space where we spend most of our time. We want it to be comfortable and an enjoyable place to kick back and relax. It’s also the place where we will often entertain our friends and family, so you’re going to want it to be presentable and something to show off. Finally, your home is likely to be the biggest investment you make in your entire lifetime. You’ll want to make sure that it maintains value so you can make a profit if you sell up at any point. Now, there are various problems that can face your home, but for now, let’s focus on damp. Damp is relatively common, but an issue that definitely needs to be tackled. Here’s everything you need to know to deal with it if you do come across it!

What Damage Does Damp Cause?

Your home will become damp if there is unwanted or unnecessary moisture making its way into, or being trapped within, your property. Walls, in particular, will become damp and cause consequent problems. Two of the main issues are mold and wood rot.

• Mold – if your home has damp areas, mold may begin to develop. It has an unpleasant appearance and is a safety hazard, as it can pose a threat to your respiratory system. It can also spread rapidly throughout your property, affecting more and more rooms.

• Wood Rot – if your property has a lot of wood in it, you may find that the wood begins to rot with ongoing exposure to moisture. This can result in serious structural problems, as supportive structures in your home are damaged or become weak.

Finding the Source of Damp

Of course, you should tackle damp issues sooner rather than later to avoid the consequences above. There are various causes and sources of damp in buildings. Condensation through improperly sealed windows is just one. Damp may also penetrate your home through cracks in pipework, damaged roofing, blocked guttering, or cracked rendering or brickwork.

Carry Out Repairs

Once you’ve found the source of the damp in your home, it’s time to start tackling the problem. Again, sooner rather than later is always better. Solving the damp problem is the main part of this journey. Generally speaking, it’s best to get the professionals in. They’ll be able to conduct a survey, resolve your damp issue and advise on or carry out any necessary repair work. A company specialising in rising damp solutions would be ideal for this.

Cleaning Up

Once you’ve resolved your damp issues, you can clean up any surface damage that has been caused too. Removing mold that is present isn’t the most fun of tasks, but it will remove any evidence or traces of mold in your home. There are plenty of cleaning products that can achieve this, or you could use professional mold removal services.

As you can see, damp is extremely undesirable in any property. But it can be resolved. You just need to be proactive and to seek the right professional help to fix things!

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