2nd Edition

Dampness in Dwellings Causes, Effects and Remedies

88 Pages 6 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

88 Pages 6 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

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... Read more

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

Biography

Dr Stephen Battersby, MBE, is an environmental health practitioner, independent consultant, and advisor and was part of the team that developed the Housing Health and Safety Rating System at Warwick University.

Dr Véronique Ezratty, MD, is a medical doctor, health risk assessor in the Group Health, Safety and Prevention Department (DP2SG) of EDF (Electricité de France).