A Complete UK Identification Guide Black, green, white, or that musty smell with nothing visible yet — here’s how to identify the mould in your home, which types are genuinely dangerous, and when DIY cleaning isn’t enough. 🎓 CSRT & PCAQT Qualified ⭐ 4.8★ Google (41 reviews) 📍 15+ Years, London & Herts 🛡️ 20-Year […]
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A Guide to Types, Cost & How Long It Lasts Materials Guide By Micken Patel, CSRT · Updated June 2026 · 7 min read Quick answer: Damp proofing material is any substance used to create a barrier against moisture in a building. The four main types are polyethylene membranes (laid under floors), physical DPC strips […]
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Help & Advice By Damp & Mould Solutions — CSRT & PCAQT Certified Specialists Updated: June 2026 10 min read Dry Rot: How to Identify It, What Causes It, and How to Treat It Dry rot is the most destructive form of timber decay affecting UK buildings — and one of the most misunderstood. This […]
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Woodworm is the larval stage of wood-boring beetles that tunnel through timber, causing hidden structural damage. Common signs include small round exit holes, powdery dust called frass, and weakened or crumbling wood. Left untreated, woodworm can compromise floor joists, roof timbers, and load-bearing structures — particularly in older properties with damp or poor ventilation. What […]
Read more PCA(QT) Qualified Surveyor Reviewed What Causes Mould on Bedroom Ceiling& How to Stop It By Micken Patel, CSRT, PCA(QT) Reviewed 7 July 2026 12 min read Mould on a bedroom ceiling is almost always caused by condensation — warm, moisture-laden air from sleeping occupants meeting a cold ceiling surface. Poor ventilation, thermal bridging, and inadequate […]
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Mould · Condensation · Bathroom Mould on Bathroom Ceiling: Causes, Removal & How to Stop It Coming Back Cleaning bathroom ceiling mould without fixing the humidity that caused it is a temporary fix at best. This guide explains why mould forms, how to remove it correctly, whether it’s dangerous to your health, and the specific […]
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To get rid of black mould: put on gloves, goggles, and a face mask, then spray the affected area with undiluted white vinegar or a diluted bleach solution (1 part bleach to 4 parts water). Leave it to dwell for 10–60 minutes, scrub firmly with a brush, wipe clean with a disposable cloth, and dry […]
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By Micken Patel, CSRT & PCA(QT) Qualified Surveyor · 15+ years’ experience 4.8–4.9★ average rating Updated: 4 July 2026 How to Get Rid of Damp Smell In A House Fast? Quick Answer To get rid of a damp smell, you need to find and fix the source of moisture first, then dry, clean and deodorise […]
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Price Guide Updated June 2026 6 min read London Damp Proofing Costs: The 2026 Price Guide Quick answer: Damp proofing in London costs £500–£20,000+ depending on the type of damp and scale of the problem. A damp survey costs £150–£300. Rising damp treatment starts at £1,200 for a single wall. DPC injection runs £100–£200 per […]
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Finding damp or mould in your rented home is stressful — and all too common. London has one of the highest rates of private renting in the country, with over 2.7 million people living in privately rented properties across the city. Damp and mould affect thousands of those homes every year. The good news: your […]
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