Q I am buying a house and the surveyor has stated that the damp-proof course is bridged by render. He found no signs of damp anywhere in the house. Do I need to worry? He suggests the render should be ...

Many Australians will be doing all they can to manage the coldest and wettest months of the year. Keeping the home dry and clean needs to be a top priority as once mould sets in, it can become a real ...

Damp is a silent demon that can wreak havoc on your home, often manifesting itself in dark emanations and evil smells but also capable of carrying out dastardly deeds without you suspecting a thing.

Damp doesn't always announce itself with obvious leaks or flooding. It builds slowly over time: behind furniture, inside wardrobes, and along walls, until you notice dark patches, peeling paint, or a ...