The Damp Show

In today’s episode of The Damp Show Sam gives you an update on what is happening with the flood house he spoke about last week. He shares how he realised that the previous owner had sold the house knowing that it had serious damp issues without telling the person he sold it to. Sam explains how using legislation from 2006 the new owner can sue the person who mis-sold the property to them.   As well as telling you about a pre-purchase damp and timber survey he has done in Bradford. A survey that the potential buyer is planning to use to try to buy the property for less. Sam also tells you about a charity that is close to his heart – Matthew´s A Friend In Me.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS When installing a subfloor, you really need a blank canvas. Everything needs to come out. If you are a business owner, it is easy to get to know and like someone, which can lead to your trying to save them money, but doing so in a way that risks things going wrong and leaving you out of pocket. Passive vents are basically just holes in the wall, you really do need fans. Usually, when someone makes an insurance claim, the company changes the policy so that the issue is no longer covered. Although usually, you can get the cover reinstated by paying extra. Group gate is sorted and has been resolved peacefully.   BEST MOMENTS  “The person that had the property before knew that there were an issue.” “I let me heart rule my mind when doing the estimate.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES https://matthewsfriend.godaddysites.com https://www.facebook.com/p/Matthews-A-Friend-In-Me-100064834447220/   ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In today’s episode of The Damp Show Sam talks about having his Facebook group copied. He explains how he discovered this and what he is doing about it. Sam also speaks up about another issue he has faced on social media and how he is managing this. He also talks about a recent survey he has done on a property that has a high-water table. Including, why the insurance company would not pay out and how he is tackling raising the sub-floor. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Imitation is the best form of flattery, but no one wants what they produce to be used to mislead people. The more people who post on social media about damp and condensation the better because it is a great way for the public to learn. It is important to be open-minded and listen to how others tackle damp and mould issues. Even if you don´t fully agree with that approach you still learn things. Traditional materials still work so can be used for fixing the issues heritage properties have. But modern materials also have advantages. Include proper ventilation when you lay a new subfloor. In areas with high water tables, sump pumps are needed. Since 2006, if you sell a property in the UK with a subfloor issue that you know about, the new owner can sue you. Consider having a damp and timber survey done before buying a house.   BEST MOMENTS “It´s a bit underhanded, but people do it.” “I just want to find out why he is being a fraud… what´s his agenda.” “Not all damp is rising.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years. Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.comDamp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

During today´s episode, Sam tells you about a rare kind of survey he recently conducted when a homeowner who had suffered a fire 3 years earlier asked him to do a survey. The home now has multiple damp and mould issues. Sam explains how this has happened and how it can all be fixed. As well as explaining how a homeowner who finds themselves in a similar situation can manage things to ensure that they are fully compensated by their insurance company.   He also shares an interesting snippet of history he picked up while working on an old cottage.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Loss adjusters look for clauses, so they don´t have to pay out. You have to be really careful about what you say to them. If you have a flood, fire or another type of home disaster that involves an insurance claim, document everything. Photos, a diary of events and recordings of conversations can become invaluable later if things go wrong. If you can, use the firm the insurance company recommends. After water ingress, a flood or when a major fire has been put out, the property has to dry out fully before repairs can be carried out. Sam explains how to check this Proper ventilation is essential. Not using salt-neutralising plaster when needed is always a false economy. If sulphates are still in the building materials, they will try to migrate to the surface. In the winter, it is possible for condensed moisture between the wall and plaster to turn to ice, which blows the plaster or renders out. Companies that do reinstatement work after water damage should issue you with a dryness certificate.   BEST MOMENTS  “Loss adjusters just want to save money for insurance companies – they don´t want to pay out.” “Make sure you log everything and put it in a file somewhere, so you can access it easily.” “In this case, there were no dryness certificates. In their wisdom, they decided not to do any tests.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In today’s episode of The Damp Show Sam shares the details of a new damp-proofing gadget, which he has been asked to try out by a highly respected and PCA-qualified UK-based company. It is designed to reverse damp in walls and solid floors without anodes, injection, or wiring. Sam shares what he thinks about it, including some of his reservations.   He explains how the device works and the science behind it.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS In the UK, it is now quite rare to find classic rising damp. Sam explains why, in the podcast.  Bridging issues are far more common, in the UK. The unit has been developed and used in Spain for many years. In Spain, most buildings do not have a damp course. With rising damp, once the wall has dried out you should hack off the spoiled plaster and replaster with the right product. The biggest problem the industry has is misdiagnosis. If it is not rising damp a solution for that issue will not solve the customer´s damp problems.   BEST MOMENTS  “It also has a frequency setting which are just for brick, stone and concrete walls.” “I´ve no doubt they have had results with it, that is not what I think is wrong with it.” “I specifically want to find out more about  the “no hacking off of plaster” bit.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.preservationshop.co.uk https://mursec-eco.co.uk/   Express Damp Proofing System - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw/list/1ASCOWQPXBIZ9?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_s_ofs_mixed_d Express Damp Proofing course - https://dampsamsdepot.samcart.com/products/the-express-damp-proofing-system-simple-to-follow-on-line-coourse ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show is a mix of industry news and insights into the work Sam has done recently. He takes a look at the Construction Industry Training Board’s (CITB) employers network pilot. Before sharing how he tackled a job where there was water in the subfloor. A problem Sam is expecting to see more often as a result of the recent wet conditions in the UK causing the water table to rise. Sam also tells you about the PCA awards and how he has dealt with the restrictive banking policy of a UK bank that has made it harder for him to invest his money as he wants. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS The new CITB employers network pilot is designed to make it possible to book training for employees without filling out any forms. Water that runs off of buildings needs to go into a drain not into someone´s garden. The consequences of not doing this can be serious. Sam shares a sad story that demonstrates this. Sometimes water in the subfloor comes from the water table rising. When water in the subfloor starts to evaporate it can lead to mould. BEST MOMENTS  “Two big organizations both fell out and to the detriment of everybody.” “They follow, I lead.” “That were me blowing me top the other day.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES CITB employers network pilot - https://www.citb.co.uk/levy-grants-and-funding/grants-and-funding/employer-network-pilot/ Carlite - https://www.ccfltd.co.uk ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In this episode of The Damp Show Sam talks about how to prepare for those jobs that take you further away from home. He explains how to make sure you have everything you need and cope with the travelling.    Sam also talks about the 2024 PCA Awards. Including why he feels that the categories need to be updated.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Working further away from home is more time-consuming, so that needs to be factored in. Making sure you´ve got all the kit and materials you need is vital. If you have forgotten something, finding it in an area you don´t know is stressful. Winning awards helps your brand and reputation. The way many industry-award systems work makes it incredibly hard for small companies or sole traders to win.  Using social media is a good way to grow for any business, including those involved in the preservation industry.   BEST MOMENTS  “Last week’s job was probably the hardest yet.” “If you can win an award …. it's something that you can put on social media, and it helps your company.” “They’re a bit prehistoric when it comes to innovation.” “There are more pros than minuses to having a big following on social media.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES PCA Awards entry form - https://www.property-care.org/events/pca-awards-2024 Hydrogen water bottle - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hydrogen-Generator-Portable-Ionizer-Machine/dp/B0CRP81F2J ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show is an interesting and varied one. Sam has been busy this past week setting up a new mould consultation service and trying out a mould treatment system that has been developed in Australia, Singapore, and New Zealand. As well as killing the mould it leaves a film behind that continues to stop regrowth for a prolonged period.   Sam also has two surveys to tell you about and a new mould consultation service that he is considering rolling out. He also talks about what the PCA is doing for National Apprentice Week.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com     KEY TAKEAWAYS There is a big difference between the bespoke damp survey Sam does and the general overviews some other companies provide, which is explained in the episode. Each damp issue has a different solution, which is why it is very important to correctly identify the underlying cause. Sam is considering offering an onsite advice consulting service as well as his standard survey product. It will enable those who want to do the work themselves to tap into his knowledge. The PCA runs apprenticeships for those who want to work in the damp industry. At the moment, the Mould Pro kit that was developed in Australia can only be used by professionals. Mould Pro is an effective mould killer and the film that is left behind carries on killing the mould for a prolonged period of time.   BEST MOMENTS “He wanted the correct damp work for each problem he´d got.” “You are getting the best training in England.” “You need adequate ventilation as well as insulation.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES PCA Apprenticeship scheme - https://www.property-care.org/training-qualifications/apprenticeships-nvq CITB - https://www.citb.co.uk/courses-and-qualifications/citb-apprenticeships/ Mould Pro - https://mouldpro.com.au/ ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years. Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com  Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

For today’s episode of The Damp Show Sam goes live on Tik Tok, which does not go exactly to plan. It´s a crazy mix of information that includes several golden nuggets that will help you deal with damp and avoid mould. Including the details of a great eco-friendly vent, that allows water vapour to escape without draughts. Sam has had some feedback on one of his reaction videos, which he also talks about in this episode. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com   KEY TAKEAWAYS Passyfier vents are an effective way to remove moisture from a room that does not rely on electricity. Ultrotherm and Isotherm are similar products, but there are some important differences that Sam explains in the episode. When done right spray insulation can work well. Landlords are still blaming the lifestyle of their tenants for mould issues despite the change in the regulations. BEST MOMENTS “If they´re telling people wrong thing to do, I´ll say this isn´t right.” “Ultrotherm has a better U value.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCES Passyfier Vent - https://www.condensationshop.com/shop/passyfier/sleeved-metric Isotherm - https://allianceremedialsupplies.co.uk/product/iso-therm-damp-proofing-thermal-insulation/ Ultrotherm - https://safeguardstore.co.uk/ultrotherm-internal-insulation-system/ The White Book - https://www.british-gypsum.com/specification/white-book-specification-selector/white-book-overview Spray Foam Insulation in Domestic Roofs - https://www.property-care.org/professionals/guidance/sprayed-foam-insulation https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7IDX0JnAkXt16eT6hY1kQ   ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years. Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com          Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show covers quite a mix of subjects and includes a funny but informative story about a mistake Sam recently made. He explains why despite Calor Gas being one of the cheapest ways to heat a space using it is actually not a good idea. It can end up costing you a lot of money.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Using a Calor Gas heater is a false economy. Calor Gas heaters chuck out 8 litres of water into the air, per bottle. Now people have had their windows shut tight for a few weeks the resulting trapped condensation has led to a lot of extra damp problem callouts. Invest in continuous fans to keep the air moving and bring fresh air in. It is an efficient way to keep damp and mould at bay. Missing pointing can lead to significant water ingress. If you are a contractor, ask for the house number, the postcode and street name is not enough information. Measure twice, cut once really is good advice. Double-check everything. Antimould paint is expensive, but it works. Don´t be tempted to skimp on things by using ordinary paint. It won´t work.   BEST MOMENTS  “Ventilation, insulation and a bit of heat, that´s what you need to be doing.” “For advice, you´ve got all my free stuff on YouTube that you can watch and over 100 podcasts.” “When I done it before, I knocked on door and the person who answered were staring at me with chef eyes.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show covers The Good Landlord Charter, what happens when landlords ignore the actions recommended in a damp survey. He also explains why it is so easy to misdiagnose the underlying cause of damp issues.    Despite the title, this really is a damp show. A gold mine full of little nuggets of information that others rarely share. Information damp professionals, landlords, tenants, and homeowners can use to keep their homes free from damp and mould, which can lead to life-threatening health issues.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS The Good Landlord Charter is due to be implemented in Manchester. There are already signs that it could be rolled out across the UK. A lot of estate agents still think that a free or unbelievably cheap damp survey is enough to tick the box on a mortgage application. This is rarely the case anymore. Check the small print of guarantees. Some damp treatment firms require homeowners to install and run continuous fans. If they don´t and the mould comes back, they may not honour the guarantee. Before having work done, make sure the company has proper public liability insurance. If you are in the PCA you automatically become a Trustmark member. If timber has saturation higher than 20% it is more at risk of fungal attack. Damp surveyors who invest in themselves and take PCA courses are able to earn more. They know more and can solve complex damp and mould problems. Tenants have up to 6 years to complain about damp and mould problems. That is the case even if they have left the property.   BEST MOMENTS  “The worst thing in our industry is a misdiagnosis.” “I want it changing to be relevant for 2024 not f**ing 1974, walking around in bell bottoms.” “I invested in myself, I went to PCA… I spent a lot of hours studying things.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES The Good Landlord Charter - https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/what-we-do/planning-and-housing/good-landlord-charter/ ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has an HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In this week's show, SIMON talks about getting back to work after Christmas, taking payments in crypto and why a customer got their bank account suspended. He also explains how to inspect a cellar before buying, the connection between book mites and damp, why fans need inspecting, Eco drain problems and more.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Air circulation fans need to be checked and cleaned regularly. They can block up. Always check a cellar for dampness before buying a property. Use a water meter to check for signs of damp issues. Sam explains how. Book mites thrive in humid, damp, and dark conditions. They are a sign of damp issues. Fumigation does not eradicate book mites. Mineral wool insulation can hold moisture. A cavity wall inspection will uncover if this is an issue. The main banks and others are getting into crypto by introducing new payment platforms. Contractors need to start understanding crypto because people will want to pay using crypto.   BEST MOMENTS  “If you are buying a property, go into the cellar first.” “Book mites feed on black mould and paper.” “Are we going to start taking payments in Bitcoin?”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES Eco Drains - https://www.ecodeck.biz/drain-channels ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show is a real mix of different subjects. Including, details of the Property Care Association (PCA) Continued Professional Development (CPD) scheme. What the PCA is doing on Social Media, attracting new technicians to the industry, dealing with frustrating customers and his trip to Budapest.   Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS The PCA now has a YouTube channel, which has some good presentations and has stepped up its social media activity. Sam suggests the PCA uses the latest social media platforms e.g. TikTok to attract younger people into the damp industry and to do PCA training. Why is explained in the episode. Wrapping joists in plastic is never a good idea, air needs to flow around them. To pass the Continued Professional Development (CPD) you need to actively learn and prove you are doing so. Sam has 1200 YT videos, 10,000 Facebook followers and 12,000 on TikTok. Budapest is well worth a visit.   BEST MOMENTS  “It´s a bespoke service that you get from me… I've come straight off the coalface.” “I don´t think they are using social media enough.” “You´ve got a problem, we solve it.” “There´s more poverty in London, that I saw, than there is in Budapest.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES Property Care Association YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@PCANews Damp Sam Budapest trip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBmKUlPyCyg   ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show follows on from last week´s. It is part two of Sam speaking to the first-class England, Yorkshire, and Hampshire cricketer Alex Morris. This episode mainly covers the latter part of Alex´s career when he played for Hampshire. It includes his experiences while playing in Australia for 6 winters. Alex shares some great stories about his teammates and other legendary players he met or played with. Players like Robin Smith, Peter Tremlett, Freddie Flintoff, Wani, Shane Warne, and many others. This episode is a real treat for cricket and celebrity fans alike. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS You can be strong enough to play, but if you are not super-fit you will be prone to injuries. Despite an operation for a chipped bone in his back, Alex was still able to bat well but it was limiting. The Australians are genuinely nuts about cricket. Regardless of what level you play at, there are always plenty of opportunities. While playing for Barnsley, Alex was the first person to score 1000 runs, since Geoffrey Boycott. Working for the fire service reminds Alex of cricket. Listen to find out why. BEST MOMENTS  “How Shane Warne pinched my fiancée… it weren´t like that really.” “I think it was a strange injury.” “I got this fresh fish and put it behind his pad…I forgot about it.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCES Overview of Alex´s cricketing career ´ https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/alex-morris-17096 Email : acmorris1976@hotmail.com ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show is a bit different. Sam is taking a bit of a break from damp and mould to talk to one of his local Barnsley heroes and friends, Alex Morris the former first-class cricketer and footballer.    This fun and light-hearted episode is one of two which are all about Alex´s cricketing career. Alex explains how he went from being a sporty kid to playing cricket for England, Yorkshire, or Hampshire. Alex provides a fascinating insight into the ups and downs of playing professionally. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Starting early and playing for fun provided Alex with the foundation for his sporting prowess. The more chances kids have to play the better, which is why school sports are so vital. Sporty kids need to be encouraged to do well academically too. A sports career does not last forever, so it is critical to continually build other skills to fall back on. Because the football and cricket seasons didn’t overlap, Alex played both competitively. In the UK on average only 2 or 3 of an academy team will play internationally. Alex played professionally for Yorkshire and Hampshire and youth test matches for England. Following your passion matters, sometimes that means making sacrifices like the one Alex made to ensure he continued to play instead of sitting on the sidelines as a reserve.   BEST MOMENTS  “We must have played 5000 games.” “I never felt as though I didn’t want to do well at Maths, English whatever.” “Yorkshire wanted me as backup, which I can understand, but I just wanted to play cricket.”   EPISODE RESOURCES Overview of Alex´s cricketing career ´ https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/alex-morris-17096   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos.   EPISODE RESOURCES ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show is all about damp-related news stories. Including revealing some of the errors made in the recent Matt Allwright BBC show about damp. He also pays tribute to Property Care Association (PCA) CEO Stephen Hodgson, who is leaving this month. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS The best damp surveyors have experience in doing the work needed to cure the underlying issues. RICS surveyors are not the right type of surveyor to call in if you have damp issues. You need a damp specialist. Injecting silicon for rising damp is nowhere near as effective as the modern damp-proofing creams that can seep into the materials. There are many different types of bridging. If you have a damp issue that was not addressed promptly you can lodge a claim for up to 6 years after the event. If you are working in a mouldy workplace, get your union involved as well as report it. Putting a fan on a timer, is not effective. You need one that runs constantly, they don´t cost a lot to run. BEST MOMENTS  “One-fifth of homes in England and Scotland have got mould issues.” “Every company has different prices because we all have different overheads.” “It´s a belting piece of legislation….for me it´s like watching porn.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCES Matt Allwright BBC show about damp - https://www.property-care.org/news/a-bbc-drama ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button.   https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en   The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

Today’s episode of The Damp Show is part 2 of Sam’s Week in Damp series. An interesting episode that provides you with invaluable information you can use to understand how condensation, damp and mould develops in modern homes. Sam shares the details of real-world issues that affect the homes people live in and explains how each of them can be solved. Today, he covers yellow mould, anti-mould paint, how to deal with sulphate salts, the right way to apply Dry Flex and more. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS It is never enough to simply clean the mould off of the surface. It will come back very quickly. You can’t skip over one or two of the recommendations made during a damp survey. If you do, one of the underlying problems will still be there, which means the dampness will come back. To make sure air can flow through a chimney breast vent it top and bottom. Dry-flex is thin but effective, it cuts easily and does not curl up at the edges, but you must prepare the wall properly. Simon explains how in the episode.   BEST MOMENTS  “If you don’t the inside of chimney breast is going to get wet.” “Things have moved on yet most companies are not looking at new products.” “A week is a long time in damp proofing.”   Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCES Installing Dry Flex membrane - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF40SIovpDU See DryFlex in Sam’s Amazon shop - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw/list/19WK6XVL6TB2E?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_aipsfshop_aipsfdampsamhnccsrtcssw_0KMW0AYDHHFBGQ85MYW5 How to use Multi-Flex membrane - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuHzFvVY4M4 Safeguard Online Course - https://www.safeguardeurope.com/training-courses/cpd-seminars ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw   CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In this episode of The Damp Show, Simon talks about some of his recently completed jobs. He explains how he solved a black mould issue in a well-insulated converted basement, and shares the details of a full survey he did for a tenant. While providing an overview of these 2 jobs he covers addressing drainage issues, the benefits of PIVs, the difference between concertina and rigid ducting and much more. He also explains how to use an app and meters to work out if a property is likely to have problems with condensation. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS It is essential that basements have a drainage system that is accessible. In time, there will be blockages, which will lead to water ingress. A Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) unit will pump fresh air into your home as far as the system reaches. Don’t underestimate the amount of humidity generated by cooking and showering. If you have a North facing wall, it will be more prone to mould. The way modern glaziers fit the plastic strip around windows and doors allows mould to develop. Simon explains how to solve this issue. Rigid ducting or semi-rigid ducting is usually better than concertina ducting. Simon explains why during the episode. For someone who suffers from COPD improving the air quality inside the property is important. BEST MOMENTS  “There wasn’t a drainage system.” “They had a north facing wall, which were freezing cold.” “As soon as he gets the heating on, it were like a f**king wind tunnel.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCES Layperson explanation of what the BS8102 standard is  PIV units explained Isotherm - https://wykamol.com/products/iso-therm-thin-internal-wall-insulation-tiwi Colemenator mould and condensation diagnosis app - https://www.colemanator.co.uk Dew point meter - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Akozon-Thermohygrometer-Thermometer-Hygrometer-Temperature/dp/B07GTJ6BZ7 ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

This week, Simon once again shares the details of some of the damp surveys he has been doing recently. There is nothing like real-life examples to demonstrate why so many people are starting to have problems with condensation, damp, and mould. The way we live has changed a lot, so the underlying causes of damp are also evolving, which is why the chance to learn about up-to-date, real-life damp issues is so invaluable. This time he visits a house that was built in the 90s which had a strange cold spot, the underlying cause of which was quite unusual. Simon also explains how he helped a previous client diagnose a damp issue in the new kitchen he had just installed. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS If you have a fan fitted make sure that the ducting around it has been properly installed. Don’t give up until you have found the source of water and fixed it. You don’t get damp without water. Experience matters when it comes to diagnosing damp. Dry zone plaster is a fantastic product, but it has to be used correctly. A cooker hood does not do the same job as a proper continuously running ventilation fan. BEST MOMENTS “When you get a damp patch, there is a source of water….every time.” “Think outside the box.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCES TopTes damp meter - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw/photo/amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.44b05132-77f5-4084-ab83-b578f584a6db?ref_=aip_sf_photo_spv_s_ofs_mixed_d Quantum HR continuous push pull ventilation fan - https://www.aerauliqa.com/prodotti/quantum-hr/ ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years. Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw  CONTACT METHOD Dampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/ Simon@thedampshow.co.uk Simon@alldrydampproofing.com  Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In today’s episode of The Damp Show, Simon AKA Damp Sam shares the details of another cellar conversion damp survey he recently carried out. He walks you through what he found, how he identified the sources of damp and the recommendations he made to solve the issues. This episode provides you with a real world insight into how to avoid these issues in your own property. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS Now, all basement conversions that are used for habitation need to be waterproof and ventilated. Older conversions rely on agreements between the tenant and the owner. But it is quite hard to prove that a tenant is happy to live in an unventilated cellar, so they can take you to court. The type of drain installed under a cellar is important. You have to be able to access it to find blockages and clear it. When it comes to sorting out damp, there are no short cuts. If you need a timber or drain survey done, there is no point skipping it because the sources of the damp and mould will not be properly diagnosed. Air circulates through a property naturally. That means damp air can reach other areas and start to cause issues in previously unaffected rooms. BEST MOMENTS “In a basement you have to be able to access the drain to unclog it.” “I don’t know if I were being a bit mardy, or a bit arsey.” “There were no air flowing through.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. EPISODE RESOURCESRich Dad Poor Dad - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle-ebook/dp/B07C7M8SX9/ BS 8102:2022 basement regulations - https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/standards/bs-81022022/ ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/ https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw CONTACT METHODDampsam@alldrydampproofing.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/Simon@thedampshow.co.ukSimon@alldrydampproofing.comDamp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1

In today’s episode Sam takes a look how to keep your home warmer and mould free without spending a fortune. He also talks about making sure that your gas boiler is actually safe and working efficiently.  Sam also shares the details of an interesting and complicated cellar job he is working on. Explaining the approach he has taken to diagnosing why it has several different types of mould, as well as standing water. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com KEY TAKEAWAYS You only have to have the heating on at 10 to 15 degrees to stop the air in a home from holding moisture. When the air is too moist, mould thrives. Open the windows a crack when you cook. Heated blankets are good for keeping you warm, but to take proper care of your home you still need the heating on low in the background. Have your boiler serviced, every year. Sometimes you will find more than one type of rot/mould in the same cellar space. Therefore, solving all of the issues requires a multi-discipline approach. When looking at a damp cellar, insect the drainage system. When you do, be sure to follow the entire system through, so that you identify all of the issues. BEST MOMENTS “You could feel it as soon as you went in, it where colder inside than it were outside.” “She got this white mycelium breakout.” “The pointing was rubbish, there were holes all over.” Do you want to find out why your property is damp, so you can start the process of solving the issue the right way? – Go to Why Do I Have Damp in My Property Damp Sam Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/84911630448/ and upload your photos. ABOUT THE HOSTSimon Cooper AKA Damp Sam is a time-served plasterer since 1983 and has a HNC in building management. He is the director of 3 Ltd companies and a PCA-qualified Damp and structural waterproofing surveyor. He also owns a portfolio of properties that he renovated over the years.  Check my YouTube Channel where you can find hundreds of videos all about Damp! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDh4nXWTEAPxsG5JIX3VdIg - if you also want access to the paid membership content, click the Join button. Get Your FREE E-Book PLUS More Great Content, Courses and Advice @ www.dampsam.com https://www.instagram.com/all_dry_damp/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-cooper-csrt-cssw-hncdampsam-45528649/  https://www.tiktok.com/@damp_sam?lang=en The products Damp Sam recommends, because he has used them for many years, are available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/dampsamhnccsrtcssw CONTACT METHODsimon@thedampshow.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/AllDryDP/Damp, Damp proofing, Property, Help, plaster, mould, ingress, wet, water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-damp-show/id1616529938?itsct=podcast_box_link&itscg=30200&ls=1