Dealing with Rising Damp in Victorian Terraces in Tamworth

🏚️ Got Damp Patches in Your Victorian Terrace? It Could Be Rising Damp.

Many older properties in Tamworth, especially Victorian terraces, were built without modern damp proof courses or have DPCs that have failed over time. This makes them especially vulnerable to rising damp, where moisture travels up through the brickwork from the ground.

At Weather Wise Solutions, we understand the construction quirks of period homes and offer specialist rising damp treatment using silicone-based DPC systems—trusted by professionals across the UK.

🧱 Common Signs of Rising Damp in Older Homes

✅ Tide marks up to 1 metre above floor level
✅ Peeling wallpaper or flaking paint on ground floor walls
✅ Salts and white staining (efflorescence)
✅ Crumbly or soft plaster
✅ Musty smells or visible damp patches

These issues often occur on party walls, chimney breasts, and external walls where damp has slowly risen through porous materials like brick and mortar.

🛠️ Our Rising Damp Solution: Silicone-Based DPC

We treat rising damp in Victorian homes using silicone-based damp proofing injections, available through PAM Ties, which:
✔️ Create a chemical barrier against rising moisture
✔️ Are ideal for solid brick construction
✔️ Provide long-lasting protection without major disruption

Where necessary, we’ll also remove bridging plaster and install vapour-permeable finishes to ensure the wall can safely dry out.

🧰 Why Victorian Homes Need the Right Approach

Older buildings often lack cavity walls and were built with lime-based mortar and finishes. We use materials and methods that are compatible with traditional structures, helping maintain your home’s character while stopping damp in its tracks.

As proud members of the Damp Proofing Association, we also offer insurance-backed guarantees for added peace of mind.