NEWS ARTICLE ARCHIVESNon-Invasive Rising Damp Treatment from Building Services AustraliaA substantial number of Australian heritage and historic buildings have rising damp due to ineffective or non-existent damp-proof courses (DPC). Rising damp is due to the capillary action of ground moisture up masonry walls, leading to unsightly crumbling of exterior brickwork and often staining of internal walls. There are also health considerations associated with mold growth, musty smells, and poor ventilation.
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