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I have a Victorian Terrace with a small utility area to the rear - I have started to notice some small damp spots (discolouring of paint) along one wall on the inside which adjoins the external wall) they are about 3-4 feet away from the actual external wall, and are random - size os a scattering of 1p coins, and rise to about 1 foot at max. The skirting is dry and no rot apparent.
They are more irritating than causing major damage, but they do irritate me, as I hate the idea of any damp - and would liek to know what is the best course of action.

I could have plaster hacked off and an injection in the wall (DPC) - but is it worth it?

It could e coming from the rainwater as we have decking that runs right up to the wall - is that possible? Also the wall is brick, and has plaster on it, as the room is small as soon as warm air circulates it definitely allows a little condensation on the walls generally - is that the problem?

Any help or advice who is best to contact on this greatly appreciated - I don't want to get hung uip on this - BUT I AM!!!!

Thanks,

Paul

Take a look at any one of our damp projects and ring the phone number for Property Repair Systems. They give free, no obligation advice and we recommend them. They will tell you what you need to do (if anything) and will also be able to supply you with anything you need to do it with but will certainly not try to sell you anything you don't need