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The evolution of damp control
Journal of Building Survey, Appraisal & Valuation,
9
(2),
155-165
(2020)
Abstract
Deterioration of the built environment as a result of dampness has long been considered, with evidence of this dating back to Roman times. Much of the way in which our buildings have evolved is associated with the control of moisture. In this paper we review methods to prevent issues of moisture rising into walls by capillary action, both at the construction phase and also the evolution of methods post-construction.
Keywords: dampness; damp-proof course (DPC); damp-proofing; moisture; building
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Author's Biography
James Berry joined the Property Care Association (PCA) team as Technical Manager in 2016, having previously worked as a surveyor for a national preservation company. James holds a degree in applied geology and both the CSRT and CSSW accreditations. He is passionate about the need for adopting a holistic approach to tackling moisture in the built environment and is the lead on the new Residential Ventilation Group sector of the PCA. James is also responsible for the running of the structural waterproofing sector of the association.
Citation
Berry, James (2020, September 1). The evolution of damp control. In the Journal of Building Survey, Appraisal & Valuation, Volume 9, Issue 2. https://doi.org/10.69554/HHAZ2976.
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