Review of the book 'The Damp House' by Jonathan Hetreed

The author’s emphasis on explaining the normality of damp and the essential role it plays in our daily lives sets the scene for an objective look, starting with defining damp and its diagnosis. It continues by discussing rising damp, penetrating damp through to condensation and leaking surfaces. In each aspect, identification, causes and solutions are dealt with extensively. It concludes with chapters on remedying the effects of damp on your property and an interesting look at living with damp, suggesting ideas aimed at adjusting life style and practices as opposed to wholesale repair and modification to eradicate problems.

Verdict: It’s an informative book that can be easily absorbed by the reader. There is a high level of technical information supported by useful diagrams and images that greatly aid understanding. A suitable read for both the novice and the more experienced in this complex field.

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