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Professional Damp Inspections

Full Damp and Mould Survey in Lincoln — Comprehensive Inspection

Comprehensive damp and mould survey in Lincoln from £250+VAT. We identify rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation across Lincoln and Lincolnshire with thermal imaging, moisture readings and a full HHSRS-compliant written report.

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Understanding Damp

Rising Damp, Penetrating Damp and Condensation — What We Look For

Correctly diagnosing the type of damp is critical. The wrong diagnosis leads to the wrong treatment — and wasted money. Our surveys identify exactly what you're dealing with.

Rising Damp

Moisture travels upward through walls and floors from the ground by capillary action. Typically caused by a failed or missing damp proof course (DPC). Look for tide marks, peeling wallpaper, and salt deposits near skirting boards.

Common signs:

Tide marks on walls up to 1 metre high
Crumbling plaster at low level
Salt deposits (efflorescence)
Rotting skirting boards

Penetrating Damp

Water enters through the building envelope — roofs, walls, windows, or poorly sealed joints. Usually caused by structural defects, missing pointing, cracked render, or failed flashings.

Common signs:

Damp patches that worsen in rain
Staining on walls or ceilings
Drips around windows or doors
Wet patches high on walls

Condensation Damp

The most common cause of damp in UK homes. Warm, moist air meets cold surfaces and forms water droplets. Often misdiagnosed as rising or penetrating damp, leading to wasted remediation spend.

Common signs:

Black mould on walls and ceilings
Water streaming down windows
Musty smells in corners
Mould on furniture and fabrics

Step By Step

What Does a Full Damp Survey Include?

A systematic approach to identifying and documenting damp problems in your property.

Visual Inspection

Every room is visually inspected for signs of damp, mould, condensation, and structural defects.

Moisture Mapping

Professional moisture meters map damp levels across walls, floors, and ceilings to pinpoint problem areas.

Thermal Imaging

Infrared cameras reveal hidden moisture, cold bridging, and insulation failures invisible to the naked eye.

Ventilation Assessment

We assess whether your property has adequate ventilation — a leading factor in condensation damp.

External Inspection

Gutters, downpipes, render, pointing, and roof condition checked for defects allowing water ingress.

Written Report

A detailed report with findings, root cause analysis, photographic evidence, and clear remediation recommendations.

Your Report

Full Damp Survey Cost in Lincoln — From £250+VAT

Every damp survey results in a clear, professional report that tells you exactly what's wrong, why it's happening, and what to do about it. No jargon, no ambiguity — just plain-English guidance you can act on.

Written summary of all findings
Room-by-room moisture readings
Photographic evidence throughout
Root cause identification
Prioritised remediation advice
Referral to LWR Group for repairs if needed

Need more detail? Our Comprehensive Mould Report includes thermal imaging, HHSRS compliance rating, air quality assessment, and mould species identification.