{"id":554,"date":"2023-07-17T09:26:29","date_gmt":"2023-07-17T08:26:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/resincrew\/?p=554"},"modified":"2023-07-27T18:28:27","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T17:28:27","slug":"what-is-a-damp-proof-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drycore.uk\/what-is-a-damp-proof-course\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is A Damp Proof Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Damp proofing is a fairly recent addition to the construction industry, considering the number of years that humans have been building properties. Only since 1875 have damp proof courses been compulsory, although they have changed significantly since then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your knowledge on the subject will vary according to whether you're in the industry yourself or you've found it necessary to contact the experts to sort out your damp problem! Any other information may have been acquired over the years from others who have told you about their own experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But, on the whole, most people won't know much about damp proofing<\/a> at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, let's assume that you are in this group and you're trying to find out more. DryCore<\/a> is here to fill in all the details so you have all the information you need on the subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A damp proof course (DPC) is a water-repelling layer that's set into the wall structure at least 150 mm above the external ground level on outside walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In earlier years, they were often made from lead or slate - both of which have excellent moisture-resisting properties. These days, they are usually made from high-density polyethylene, although asphalt and bitumen are also used sometimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These examples are all materials commonly used in the construction process, usually referred to as a damp proof membrane.<\/em> You can also check out our post \"How To Install Damp Proof Membrane On Concrete Floor<\/a>\" for more additional insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, these don't last forever and can eventually fail. When this happens, the property is left without an effective damp proof course, putting it at risk of damage (more on this next). In these cases, a different approach is needed, as it's not practical to replace the existing damp proof course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We'll look into the alternatives in a moment, but first, let's see why your damp proof course is necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\nWhat Is A Damp Proof Course?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n