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I have noticed a small patch of what looks like damp (it's a dark speckly mouldy looking patch) on an inside wall of my house, the wall between the kitchen and dining room. Also, what looks like bubbling of the artexing and its seems soft, I can pop it like bubble wrap. It's not a particular old house, only about 35 yrs. Who do I contact to have this confirmed and more to the point how much is it likely to cost me. Any suggestions appreciated
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.Now I have to stick my neck out Bubbles.......... don't panic ...... firstly, it's quite rare for a dampcourse to fail in such a recent house. I would get outside and cut out a brick or two from the outside "skin" of the wall, then poke about in the cavity for debris, dirty wall tie, or maybe a missing piece of insulation.
A simple job, and it might tell you something. Sorry I can't be definitive, but it's difficult without seeing it.
A simple job, and it might tell you something. Sorry I can't be definitive, but it's difficult without seeing it.
See if you can find a local general builder (not just a bricklayer). He might see something else that might be the problem if the cavity looks ok.
As for cost....... hourly rates vary a lot. Ask for his rate, then the time will of course depend on what he finds. I've given people rough ideas on cost before.......... and regretted it. I'm sure you understand.
Let us know how you get on.
As for cost....... hourly rates vary a lot. Ask for his rate, then the time will of course depend on what he finds. I've given people rough ideas on cost before.......... and regretted it. I'm sure you understand.
Let us know how you get on.