Thanks for the the advice, will go check out the gable.
From your suggestions, plus the previous, it looks like the course of action is: re-render wall, re-point wet verge and re-plaster interior wall.
The survey did mention "minor hairline cracking" to the wet verge and recommended...
Yup, there was a sentence recommending filling any cracks in the render to avoid potential water ingress. With that in mind, we're getting quotes for that now, but because I don't have much experience, I'm looking for advice from anyone with a bit of knowledge.
If it is a case of repairing /...
Survey didn't mention anything unfortunately - the house was surveyed in late summer when the weather was warm and dry. There's no tank in the loft, looks like there was one, but it's been removed.
Hi,
I'm an inexperienced first time buyer. November moved in to the house to find damp plaster on 1st floor bedroom wall (external).
Based on the description below and attached pics, what might be likely causes of the damp, and what repairs should I realistically expect? Are there any specific...