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ARTICLE 2: Rising Damp in South Africa — The Silent Destroyer of Homes

 

By Miya Paint & Damp-Proofing Specialists

 

Damp issues are one of the most misdiagnosed building problems in South Africa. According to property condition reports, 1 in 3 houses suffer from rising damp, penetrating damp, or poor ventilation.

 

Major Damp-Proofing Challenges

 

1. Rising Damp Due to Failed DPC

 

Homes built before 2010 often have damaged damp-proof courses (DPC). When groundwater rises through walls, it causes:

• Peeling paint
• Brown stains
• Mold
• Rotten skirting boards

 

2. Poor Ventilation

 

Humidity increases mold growth by up to 70%. Bathrooms and kitchens without extraction fans are at high risk.

 

3. Incorrect Painting After Damp Damage

 

Many painters simply paint over damp instead of treating the underlying moisture problem, leading to:

• Bubbling paint
• Powdering surfaces
• Recurrent stains

 

Miya Damp-Proofing Solutions

 

✔ Chemical damp injection systems

 

We inject professional DPC creams that stop rising damp permanently.

 

✔ Waterproof plaster systems

 

Our team removes contaminated plaster and applies:

• Salt-resistant membrane
• Waterproof basecoat
• Professional waterproof paint

 

✔ Mold & ventilation strategies

 

We apply anti-fungal treatments and recommend proper airflow systems.

 

Why This Matters

 

Left untreated, damp reduces property value by up to 15% and creates unsafe living environments, especially for children and elderly people.

 

Need Damp-Proofing or Moisture Assessment?

 

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