Regarding the condition of the building, the astute homeowner does not sit back and wait for something to be apparent, as often, the damage is already done by that time. The main enemies of the British homeowner are dampness and rot, along with pest damage, and in the damp UK climate, these building attackers can thrive, which is why it is prudent to arrange regular building inspections. Damp Proofing Rising damp has been a problem since the Middle Ages, and we have developed damp proofing accordingly, with one method being to insert a thick layer of bitumen based material in…