Damp proofing is an effective but costly option, with one wall alone costing around £300 to treat according to MyBuilder.com.

Function ~ the primary function of any damp-proof course (dpc) or damp-proof membrane (dpm) is to provide an impermeable barrier to the passage of moisture. The three basic ways in which damp-proof ...

James Clark, the council's assistant director for housing, said the authority planned to spend a further £2.5m on damp proofing and ventilation fans in the coming year. "We have a pro-active, ...

They added that after Tatiana raised concerns about dampness they took "comprehensive measures to rectify the situation” including around £10,000 of damp-proofing work. The family has remained ...