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Damp Proofing

Internal exterior wall wet when it's warm outside??

Anonymous user 15/03/2024 - 2.50 PM

Edwardian house (with no damp issues) that when it's really hot the interior front wall (so inside on an exterior wall if that makes sense) gets really wet. It's all around the electrics near the TV which is a worry. Previous owner had dehumidifiers in every room so issues with moist air and the house not 'breathing' well (?) but not sure what's happening and whether it needs looking at or just 'one of those things' with an old house? Any advice greatly appreciated.

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4 Answers

Anonymous user

Is the house built in stone by any chance?
Answered23 July 2019
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Calder Flood & Damp Proofing

Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Todmorden
It would need a survey, but it does sound like it's a condensation issue a PIV may be suitable. A positive input ventilation unit
Answered23 July 2019
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Anonymous user

Without looking at the structure of the property, a common solution I have found with issues like the description you have given is that the design of your house has changed since it was first constructed which messes with the air circulation in your property causing damp patches to appear in certain spots around the house. Either that or your roof felt needs replacing - if you haven't had it renewed within the past 25 or so years - so that your property can 'breath' again.
Answered23 July 2019
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Garratts Damp and Timber Ltd

Rating: 5 out of 5
Abbots Langley
Without viewing property I cannot be sure, but if I was a betting man I would suggest; The wiring of electric sockets/antenae points were probably chased in by the electrician, they commonly use lighweight plasters (ie bonding) to hide the cables. Such plasters are easy to use but remain porous and can absorb internal moisture (condensation) and in certain seasons/conditions visible dampness may come and go. there's my guess
Answered23 July 2019
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