Newsletter ▶ https://skill-builder.uk/signup ◀ Back to damp, it’s everywhere, and our inbox is flooded with messages like this one from Sally. Hi there. Can you help, please? We moved into our home in 2015, and the extension that bridges the main house to an outbuilding was already there when we moved in. Over time, damp patches have appeared. We were …
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The Damp Wall Mystery ~ Can You Solve It?
Karim has a damp problem and needs Roger's support.
Read More »Why Do These Walls Have Damp Circles?
Roger is back to stare at more damp walls. This time, he suspects it's a dot and dab issue.
Read More »How Helen Fixed Her Damp With a Shovel
It's damp season! Roger is back to look at Skill Builder viewer Helen's damp problem.
Read More »Stop Penetrating Damp Coming Through Your Walls
Roger looks at another damp problem featuring Skill Builder viewer Darren.
Read More »Don’t Treat Damp The Wrong Way
Diagnosing damp problems in a building involves a systematic approach to identifying the symptoms, understanding the possible causes, and then taking appropriate action. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you go about it.
Read More »You Won’t Believe What Caused This Damp Problem
Skill Builder viewer Ryan couldn't figure out why his house was damp and wet under the floorboards. Now he's found the cause of the problem and it's incredibly simple.
Read More »Cracking The Damp Treatment Code ~ £10k Saving!
We'll guide you through the complexities of identifying and addressing damp problems, equipping you with the knowledge to protect your home without draining your wallet.
Read More »Is This Condensation or Rising Damp?
Roger tries to figure out another damp issue, or does he?
Read More »4 Roofers Couldn’t Solve This Damp Chimney. Can You?
Roger takes a look at a problem Carl Fielding has with a leaking chimney.
Read More »Why Is The Wall Damp & How Did He Fix It?
Wicking, also known as capillary action, occurs when moisture is drawn up a wall from the ground. This is typically due to a lack of, or a faulty damp-proof course, but It is also essential to maintain proper drainage and regularly check for cracks or defects in the walls.
Read More »Where The Hell Is This Damp Coming From?
Roger is called in to troubleshoot another damp problem.
Read More »Stop Rising Damp in Its Tracks
Dryrod Damp-Proofing Rods are patented fibre rods that carry a powerful water-repellent material. They have been scientifically proven to eliminate rising damp even in highly-saturated walls. This performance has also been internationally tested and approved.
Read More »The Easy Way to Damp Proof Your Basement or Cellar
Roger shows us his favourite method for damp proofing a basement or cellar.
Read More »#24 ~ Treating Damp & Waterproofing with Safeguard
Roger is joined by Damian Wallis of Safeguard Europe, the leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist damp-proofing and waterproofing products.
Read More »Yet Another Cause of Damp
Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send In Ask Skill Builder episode 36 Damion Cartwright has some advice about damp problems in an edition we should call ‘Tell Skill Builder’.
Read More »Protect Against Dampness in Walls with Drybase
https://www.safeguardeurope.com/products/drybase/drybase-flex Roger is plastering a cellar wall and adds some extra damp proofing with Drybase from Safeguard. Drybase Flex A watertight low-profile sheet membrane for protection against dampness in walls without the need to drill and install plugs. The membrane is a 1.5 mm thick flexible polypropylene sheet with a fleeced surface on both sides. The two fleeces ensure good …
Read More »Is Rising Damp Just a Myth? Roger’s Rant!
Roger is back on to rising damp and asks the question… … is rising damp a myth?
Read More »8 Handy Hints for Installing Horizontal Damp Proof Course
Getting your damp proof course (DPC) right first time is critical in preventing rising damp in your property.
Read More »Solutions for Treating Damp with Damian Wallis
Roger is joined by Damian Wallis of Safeguard Europe, the leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist damp-proofing and waterproofing products. https://www.safeguardeurope.com Safeguard has grown to become a market leader in the UK and now exports throughout the world. All products are manufactured under an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality & environmental control system, audited by the BSI. The product …
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