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 ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. When the weather’s wet and cold, it can be a misery in more ...

WITH the colder weather and drying clothes indoors, you may notice a musty smell in your home. This is likely to be caused by dampness and is not only bad for your property but your health too.

Many Australians will be doing all they can to manage the coldest and wettest months of the year. Keeping the home dry and clean needs to be a top priority as once mould sets in, it can become a real ...

Q I’m desperate to find a solution to a damp wall problem. My daughter’s flat is a top-floor conversion in a Victorian end-of-terrace building. The front of the house faces south and the side with the ...