What is Subfloor Ventilation and Why is it Needed?

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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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.

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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 HOST
Simon 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.com
https://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