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Tell a damp specialist enough to start in the right place

A few useful details can save time and reduce the chance of somebody treating the wrong fault.

A damp specialist using a handheld moisture meter on a damaged wall while a homeowner watches.
Moisture meters can help compare areas, but a reading still needs interpreting alongside the rest of the evidence.

Think you may have rising damp?

Tell us what you are seeing and send a few photos. We’ll help you understand the likely cause and point you towards suitable local help if needed.

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