Rising damp is growth of water and damp below the under-floor and walls of structures. It can be a general problem with old houses that are constructed with slab or sandstone basements. These basements can operate as a sponge to the damp in the ground, drinking in water into walls and giving you the nasty effects of rising damp.

Majority properties that do not have damp course installed (a plastic lining) have more chance of Rising Damp. Poor workmanship during the instalment of concrete block and inadequate drainage on raised land gradient can also devise major challenges for home and property owners. Out of date or futile waterproofing pipes can also be the malfeasant when looking for the disadvantaged areas.