Same-Day Damp Specialists Manchester: Free Survey & Emergency Damp Treatment
Every survey uses calibrated protimeter MMS3 moisture meters and FLIR thermal imaging. Every qualifying repair is backed by a 20-year GPI insurance-backed guarantee with £50,000 cover, transferable to future owners. We are a survey-first, damp specialist contractor in Manchester. If your home does not need treatment, we will tell you on the day.
Reviewed by the Weather Wise surveying team · last updated 2026-05-19
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“Brandon came from weather wise today to do a free damp survey. He was extremely thorough, professional and friendly. I have a very clear idea now of what needs to be done to fix my house.”
Trusted Damp Specialist Company Serving Manchester
Weather Wise is a specialist damp survey and treatment company serving homeowners, buyers, landlords, solicitors and insurers across Manchester and Greater Manchester. Based at our Newcastle-under-Lyme headquarters and surveying Manchester properties within five working days, our team brings real diagnostic expertise, not commission-driven sales, to every residential and commercial damp job we take on.
We serve worried homeowners, home buyers on tight exchange deadlines, HMO landlords managing tenant complaints, and estate agents who need completion-sensitive reports, all from just 45 minutes down the M6 from central Manchester. Our work covers everything from free 45-to-90-minute damp surveys and rising damp treatment to full basement tanking, mould remediation, timber decay inspection and PIV ventilation installation.
- Free Damp Surveys & Fixed-Price Written Quotes
- 20-Year GPI Insurance-Backed Guarantee
- DPA & Federation of Damp Members
- CSRT & CSSW-Qualified Surveyors
- 1,000+ Five-Star Google Reviews
- Residential, Commercial & Heritage Properties
Real Manchester Reviews
★★★★★ 5.0 from 1,000+ Google reviews across Weather Wise's North West service area. A handful from Heswall below.
Peter came out to our property and gave us a free survey, we explained the issues we are dealing with and Peter gave detailed explanations in terms we understood that helped us create our plan of action. A quote was sent over quickly and we are happy with the service we have received.
Brandon came over to check rising damp, everything was checked thoroughly to find out where it was coming from, his professional manner, excellent communication and high standards made me feel like I was in good hands. I would recommend Weather Wise Solutions Ltd to anyone, I've had 4 other people come in, who just had no clue. If you've got any damp issues, these are definitely the ones to call !
We had a free survey done on one of our rental properties. Peter who came round was so lovely, thorough and informative. Highly recommend and we feel we can make informed decisions moving forward with some damp issues. Thank you.
Great company, Connor came round and told everything that we needed to know. Ordered the PIV unit, had it installed for 1 day and found a massive difference barely any condensation on windows. Brilliant service.
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Rising Damp Treatment
Same-day diagnostic surveys using calibrated moisture meters and thermal imaging to pinpoint the exact cause, followed by targeted treatment including chemical DPC injection, renovating plaster replacement, physical damp proof membrane installation and external ground-level correction.
Penetrating Damp Repair
Fast-response penetrating damp repair that starts with moisture mapping and thermal imaging to identify the exact point of water ingress, then delivers targeted fixes including repointing failed mortar joints, applying breathable external render, replacing defective chimney flashing, resealing window and door frames, repairing guttering and downpipes, and treating porous masonry with breathable waterproofing.
Damp Proofing & DPC
We install new chemical damp proof courses by injecting a silicone-based cream into the mortar bed at low pressure, creating a permanent horizontal barrier against ground moisture, and we follow every DPC installation with full replastering using salt-resistant renovating plaster, skirting board replacement where needed, and a final moisture check to confirm the wall is drying correctly.
Condensation & Mould Removal
Urgent condensation and mould removal that goes beyond surface cleaning: our service includes full anti-fungal mould treatment and sterilisation, identification of the condensation source (poor ventilation, thermal bridging, single-glazed windows, blocked airbricks), installation of positive input ventilation (PIV) units or extractor fans, application of anti-condensation thermal paint or insulated wall linings, and tailored ventilation advice specific to your property layout.
Damp Ceiling Leak Detection & Repair
Damp ceiling service combines non-invasive leak detection (moisture meters, thermal cameras, and where necessary, trace gas testing) with full overhead damp repair including source isolation, damaged plaster removal, timber treatment where joists or laths have been affected, replastering, and a final decoration-ready finish.
Basement Tanking & Waterproofing
Emergency and planned basement tanking using multi-coat cementitious slurry systems, cavity drain membrane installation, sump and pump systems for active water management, and floor-to-wall junction sealing, turning wet, unusable cellars into dry, habitable or storage-grade spaces.
Wood Rot & Woodworm: Early Detection Saves Thousands
Full timber surveys to detect wet rot, dry rot and woodworm (common furniture beetle) at the earliest stage, followed by targeted treatment including fungicidal irrigation, removal and replacement of structurally compromised timbers, insertion of resin repairs for localised decay, and woodworm eradication using micro-emulsion insecticide.
Where Damp Shows Up on a Typical Manchester property
A cutaway view of the six places we see damp most often, and which Weather Wise service treats each.
Our 4-Step Damp Survey Process
Book Online or Call for a Same-Day Response
Tell us your Manchester postcode, what you have spotted, and when suits. Most Manchester slots are booked within five working days. Emergency cases are prioritised. Call 01782 901101 or book online.
Free On-Site Damp Inspection (45–90 Minutes)
A DPA-accredited, CSRT-qualified surveyor arrives at your Manchester home with calibrated Protimeter MMS3 moisture meters, FLIR thermal imaging, a hygrometer and a borescope. They diagnose across all three damp categories, rising, penetrating and condensation, plus timber and ventilation.
Written Quote or Solicitor-Grade Report in 48 Hours
For homeowners: a fixed-price written quote by email within 48 hours. For buyers and solicitors: a signed Damp, Timber & Ventilation Report on company-headed paper with photos, readings, floor plan and costed schedule of works.
Your Decision, Zero Pressure, Zero Follow-Up Calls
If we recommend nothing, that is the end of it. If you proceed, all qualifying work is covered by a 20-year GPI insurance-backed guarantee.
Who We Work For in Manchester
Six audiences, depending on the damp problem, the property type, and the paperwork you need.
Worried homeowners
Damp patches, peeling wallpaper, wet walls, black mould, musty rooms, cold walls and damaged plaster.
Home buyers
RICS survey flagged damp, timber decay, high moisture readings or ventilation concerns? A £449 report gives clearer evidence before the next step.
Landlords and property managers
Tenant complaints, recurring mould, pre-let checks, evidence reports, PIV packages and ventilation upgrades.
Older and renovated property owners
Town-centre homes, larger detached houses, converted spaces and upgraded properties where breathability, salts, insulation, drainage and airflow need careful checking.
Estate agents and solicitors
Completion-sensitive reports, fixed-fee buyer reports, TA6 support, damp evidence and costed repair schedules.
Insurance assessors
Independent reports separating escape of water, rain ingress, condensation, gradual damp and timber moisture.
Why Manchester Homeowners Choose Us: Your Trusted Local Damp Specialist Company
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Survey-First, Sales-Never: No Commission, No Pressure
Our surveyors are salaried professionals, not commission-paid salespeople. If your Manchester home does not need damp treatment, we tell you on the day and walk away. No follow-up calls, no pressure to book work you do not need. That policy is the reason we get recommended by surveyors, solicitors and RICS professionals who are tired of the sell-first, diagnose-later model that still dominates this industry.
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Same-Day Callbacks & Evening and Weekend Appointments
We pick up 07:30 to 22:00 every day. Most Manchester survey slots are booked within five working days, and we offer evening and weekend appointments as standard, because damp does not care about your office hours.
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20-Year Insurance-Backed Guarantee: Transferable to New Owners
All qualifying damp proofing work comes with a 20-year GPI insurance-backed guarantee carrying £50,000 cover. The guarantee is transferable to future property owners, which means it protects the building, not just the person who paid for the treatment. That transferability is what makes our guarantees valuable to buyers, sellers and their solicitors.
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DPA, Federation of Damp & CSRT-Accredited Damp Specialists
We hold membership with the Damp Proofing Association and the Federation of Damp. Our surveyors hold CSRT and CSSW qualifications. These are the accreditations solicitors, lenders and RICS surveyors check before accepting a damp report.
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1,000+ Five-Star Reviews From Manchester Homeowners
More than one thousand verified five-star reviews from homeowners, buyers and landlords across Manchester and the North West. Our reviews consistently mention thoroughness, honesty and the willingness to say no work needed when that is the truth.
1,000+ reviews
Damp Survey & Treatment Services Available Across Manchester
Weather Wise provides specialist damp surveys, emergency damp treatment, damp proofing, mould removal and timber inspections throughout Manchester and Greater Manchester. Residential terraces in Didsbury and Rusholme, commercial premises near Deansgate, converted mill apartments in Ancoats and post-war semis across Sale and Wythenshawe all sit within our regular Manchester service area.
| Manchester Neighbourhoods We Serve | Local Landmarks Near Our Service Area | Postcodes We Cover |
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| Didsbury & West Didsbury | Manchester Town Hall | M1 M22 |
| Chorlton-cum-Hardy | The Whitworth Gallery | M2 M23 |
| Withington | Manchester Cathedral | M3 M25 |
| Levenshulme | Castlefield Basin | M4 M27 |
| Rusholme | Old Trafford Cricket Ground | M5 M30 |
| Longsight | MediaCityUK, Salford Quays | M6 M32 |
| Ancoats & Northern Quarter | Heaton Park | M9 M33 |
| Manchester City Centre | Victoria Baths (M13) | M11 M34 |
| Sale & Stretford | Platt Fields Park (M14) | M12 M38 |
| Urmston | Fletcher Moss Park (M20) | M13 M40 |
| Salford Quays & Ordsall | Manchester Royal Infirmary | M14 M41 |
| Wythenshawe | Trafford Centre | M15 M43 |
| Prestwich & Whitefield | The Lowry Theatre | M16 M44 |
| Crumpsall | Manchester Airport | M19 M45 |
| Moss Side & Hulme | Etihad Stadium | M20 M46 |
| Fallowfield & Burnage | Albert Square | M21 M50 |
Meet Your Manchester Damp Survey Team
Your Manchester survey is matched with one of Weather Wise’s damp surveyors based on diary availability, property type and the issue reported. The visit is there to test the evidence, explain the cause clearly and avoid recommending treatment where the readings do not support it.
Aaron Worrall
CSTDB-Qualified Damp Surveyor
Recent review: “Arron carried out a survey on my bungalow and offered some good advice. He recommended some works that needed to be undertaken and sent a quote. Although I didn't accept the quote, I was grateful for the advice. I would highly recommend Weather Wise.” — Bass BB, Google review
Brandon Parry
FODCS L3AwardDMCB-Qualified Damp Surveyor
Recent review: “Brandon came to investigate damp on house wall, located problem and explained work that needed to be carried out. Friendly guy and certainly knows his stuff, highly recommended.”
— Stephen Horner, Google review
Peter Potts
FODCS L3AwardDMCB-Qualified Damp Surveyor
Recent review: “Peter did a free damp service is Stockport and was superb, couldn’t fault him. Genuine tradesmen like him are hard to come by these days. Highly recommend!”
— Elliott Smith, Google review
Josh Hewett
FODCS-Qualified Damp Surveyor
Recent review: “Josh was very thorough & professional and a very personal guy. He identified what I suspected quickly and without any intrusion. I accompanied him throughout which wasn’t any problem for him. Pleasant experience. Also loved my dog.”
— Jeremy Kirk, Google review
Connor Saunders
FODCS-Qualified Damp Surveyor
Recent review: “Connor visited today to undertake a free damp survey. He explained everything I needed to know and offered solutions and some useful recommendations. He was very polite and helpful. Thank you.”
— Dave Dawson, Google review
Manchester Damp FAQs
How much does damp proofing cost in Manchester?
Rising damp treatment starts from £450 for a single wall. Full ground-floor damp proofing including chemical DPC, salt removal and replaster starts from £1,400 for a typical three-bedroom terrace. Every quote is fixed-price after a free survey.
How do I know if I have rising damp or condensation?
Rising damp creates a visible tide-mark on lower walls, usually up to one metre high, with salt deposits and damaged plaster. Condensation appears as mould on cold surfaces: window reveals, corners and north-facing walls. Our survey uses moisture meters and thermal imaging to distinguish between them.
Is damp common in Manchester homes?
Yes. Manchester's combination of over 860mm annual rainfall, BS 8104 zone 3 driving-rain exposure and a large stock of pre-1920 terraced housing makes damp one of the most common structural faults in the city.
How long does damp proofing last?
Professionally installed chemical DPC treatment should last the lifetime of the building. Our work is backed by a 20-year GPI insurance-backed guarantee with £50,000 cover, transferable to future owners.
Can damp affect my family's health?
Yes. Prolonged exposure to damp and mould can worsen asthma, allergies and bronchitis. The government's Awaab's Law now requires landlords to address damp and mould within strict timescales.
Will damp proofing increase my property value?
Addressing damp professionally protects and can increase your property value. A guaranteed treatment with a transferable 20-year IBG removes a buyer's negotiation point and speeds up sales.
Do I need a damp survey before buying a house in Manchester?
If your RICS report has flagged damp, timber decay or high moisture readings, a specialist damp survey is strongly recommended before exchange. Lenders frequently require it. Our £449 report is designed for exactly this.
How quickly can you survey my Manchester home?
Most surveys booked within five working days. Emergency cases prioritised. We survey seven days a week, including evenings.
What is the difference between your free survey and the £449 report?
The free survey is for homeowners who want to know what is wrong and how much it costs. The £449 report is a signed, company-headed document for buyers, solicitors and landlords who need formal evidence for a transaction or record.
Does Manchester's weather make damp worse?
Manchester receives over 860mm of rainfall per year and sits in BS 8104 zone 3. West-facing walls are most exposed. The combination of rainfall, older housing and sealed retrofit windows makes Manchester one of the most damp-prone cities in England.
How do I find a trusted damp specialist near me in Manchester?
Look for DPA or FoD membership, CSRT or CSSW qualifications, insurance-backed guarantees and independently verified reviews. Weather Wise has 1,000+ five-star Google reviews and accreditations recognised by solicitors, lenders and insurers.
What should I do if I suspect damp in my ceiling?
Ceiling damp can come from a flat-roof leak, plumbing fault, roofline defect or condensation. Do not ignore it. Book a free survey and we will use thermal imaging to trace the moisture path without invasive investigation.
Weather Wise Solutions Ltd
- AddressManchester, United Kingdom
- Phone01782 901101
Business Hours
- Mon–Sat 7:30 am – 10 pm
- Sunday 7:30 am – 9:30 pm