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 ...

Damp is a silent demon that can wreak havoc on your home, often manifesting itself in dark emanations and evil smells but also capable of carrying out dastardly deeds without you suspecting a thing.

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 ...