22/07/2026
💡 Helpful Tip: Is It Damp… or Just Condensation?
Not every damp patch means you need damp proofing! In fact, it could just be condensation – and knowing the difference could save you a fair bit of money.
Condensation is usually:
✔ On cold surfaces like windows and external walls.
✔ Accompanied by black mould.
✔ Most common in bathrooms, kitchens and bedrooms where there’s not enough ventilation.
Rising damp is more likely to:
✔ Start at the bottom of the wall.
✔ Cause peeling paint or bubbling plaster.
✔ Leave white, powdery deposits (salts) on the wall.
🤔 Not sure which one you’ve got?
Please don’t guess… and definitely don’t let someone sell you a treatment you might not even need!
At QA Plastering & Damp Proofing Services, we’d much rather give honest advice than recommend work that isn’t necessary. If it needs fixing, we’ll tell you. If it doesn’t, we’ll tell you that too.
Get in touch for friendly advice and, if needed, a free no-obligation quotation.
Contact us today – we’re always happy to help.