How to Spot the Signs of Failed Cavity Wall Insulation

How to Spot the Signs of Failed Cavity Wall Insulation

How to Spot the Signs of Failed Cavity Wall InsulationSimon Redfearn
Published on: 23/04/2026

Spot the signs of failed cavity wall insulation, from damp and mould to rising energy bills, and learn when to seek a professional inspection.

Housing ConditionsHousing Disrepair
Diagnosing Damp in Concrete Slabs: Why Surface Readings Alone Don’t Tell the Whole Story

Diagnosing Damp in Concrete Slabs: Why Surface Readings Alone Don’t Tell the Whole Story

Diagnosing Damp in Concrete Slabs: Why Surface Readings Alone Don’t Tell the Whole StorySimon Redfearn
Published on: 27/02/2026

Diagnosing damp in concrete slabs requires more than surface readings. Learn how ERH and Calcium Carbide testing reveal the true source of moisture.

Housing ConditionsDMC Surveys
Independent, Joint and Single Joint Inspections Explained: What’s the Difference?

Independent, Joint and Single Joint Inspections Explained: What’s the Difference?

Independent, Joint and Single Joint Inspections Explained: What’s the Difference?Simon Redfearn
Published on: 19/02/2026

We examine independent, joint and single joint inspections in housing disrepair claims, and discover which type of property inspection is right for your case.

Housing Conditions
Why Older Houses Struggle With Damp (and What Can Help)

Why Older Houses Struggle With Damp (and What Can Help)

Why Older Houses Struggle With Damp (and What Can Help) Simon Redfearn
Published on: 05/02/2026

Damp in older homes can cause serious health and structural issues. We look at the causes and what landlords can do to identify, fix and prevent it.

Housing Conditions