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 ...

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 can be a big problem for UK homes – particularly as the colder weather sets in. You might start to notice that your walls feel damp, or that there is condensation on your windows in the morning, ...