Dampness in Dwellings: Causes, Effects and Remedies [Hardcover]

This book provides up-to-date information on the causes, effects, and remedies of damp on residential properties and their occupiers.

Series Preface

Introduction

Table of Cases

Foreword

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 What is Dampness?

Chapter 3 Sources of Dampness and the Potential Effect on the Structure

Chapter 4 Health Effects of Dampness and Mould

Chapter 5 Identifying and Remedying the Cause(s) (and Effects) of Dampness

Chapter 6 Overview of Dampness and the Law

Annex 1 Investigating the Cause/Sources of Dampness

Annex 2 Heat Loss

Further Reading

Index

This revised and updated book provides a definition of dampness in each of its forms; it details the various potential sources and causes that can result in damage to the building and damage to the health of the occupiers. It is both practical and provides an outline of the possible solutions, looking at aspects of building design and construction that can reduce or avoid the risk of dampness. It also discusses why dampness is a risk to the health of occupiers and so justifies the need to protect health by reducing or removing it.

This book:

• Provides a valuable resource for housing, legal, and medical professionals
• Discusses possible solutions in aspects of building design and construction that can reduce or avoid the risk of dampness and also the safe removal of mould
• Provides an explanation of the legal framework in the UK and potential legal remedies for adverse health effects as a result of dampnesslc†