We would like to re-plaster and redecorate our upstairs hall, but there is quite a large damp patch on the ceiling where a chimney breast used to be (or so it seems - we moved in last October). Above is the loft and the remaining chimney breast. The chimney itself appears to have a cap. After a bit of googling, I'm wondering if there is something down the chimney which is retaining moisture and causing the damp. Which type of tradesperson is it best to call? I've also noticed that our neighbours who we are attached to (semi-detached Victorian house) do not have a capped chimney - could this be a cause of our damp?
We would really appreciate any help/advice as we are finding it difficult moving forward in this problem (really want this sorted before baby arrives in September and incoming bad weather of Autumn/Winter!)
We would really appreciate any help/advice as we are finding it difficult moving forward in this problem (really want this sorted before baby arrives in September and incoming bad weather of Autumn/Winter!)