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 ...

Q I bought a house two-and-a-half years ago, which I have now discovered - though an independent surveyors report - has rising damp. A builder has estimated that a new damp proof course together with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Black mould often forms in cold corners or behind furniture where air can't circulate. Damp is one of those household problems ...

Households are at risk of being conned into getting unnecessary and expensive damp proofing treatments. Consumer watchdog, Which?, ran an investigation in which two houses, each with three potential ...

When you hear the terms “damp-proofing” and “waterproofing” regarding your home’s basement and foundation, is there a difference? What do these terms mean? There are differences – and the differences ...

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 ...