The consequences can be just as severe as with other sources of dampness and dry rot is just as likely to occur if the faults are not remedied.

These are likely to be due to:

• Plumbing leaks (pipes, toilets, baths/showers, kitchen taps)
• Faulty radiator valves
• Washing machine, dishwasher floods
• Gutters and downpipes blocked
• Window failures
• Missing or dislodged roofing slates
• Roofing failures
• Birds nesting in flues
• Blocked external drains

etc.

Investigate as soon as the problem has been reported or seen.

Discover the source and repair the problem. Once the area is dry, then start the restoration work.

Undertake a regular inspection of the whole property and plan repair work.