Quick Answer The clearest signs of rising damp are tide marks near the base of walls, peeling paint or wallpaper, a persistent musty smell, white powdery salt deposits, rotten skirting boards, and walls that feel cold or damp to the touch. These signs usually appear no higher than a metre above the floor and point […]

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