CAPE DAMP SPECIALIST
Damp Proofing News
and Advice
Here at Cape Damp Specialist we want to help you stay up to date with what is happening in the industry, and how you can safeguard your property against damp and moisture damage. With our years' of experience, our team has seen it all and we have the knowledge and expertise to guide you to ensure your property is protected against rising damp as well as penetrating damp.
27/06/2026
Damp in a rental property is one of the most common disputes between landlords and tenants in Cape Town. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains who is responsible under the Rental Housing Act and what both sides should do when damp is reported.
27/06/2026
Cape Town homes get damp at a higher rate than most South African cities and it is not a coincidence. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains the specific combination of winter weather, clay soil, and older building stock that makes damp so predictable in this city.
27/06/2026
Rising damp on your walls and a leaking roof are two completely different problems that need two different specialists. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains the difference between damp-proofing and waterproofing and exactly who you should call for each one.
27/06/2026
Rising damp, penetrating damp and lateral damp are three different problems that need three different treatments. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains exactly what each one is, what it looks like, and how it is treated.
27/06/2026
Rising damp, penetrating damp and lateral damp are three different problems that need three different treatments. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains exactly what each one is, what it looks like, and how it is treated.
27/06/2026
Damp flagged in a property inspection report does not have to derail a sale or cost a fortune. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains what the different findings mean and what to do next whether you are buying, selling, or managing a property.
27/06/2026
The cost of damp-proofing in Cape Town depends on the type of damp, the size of the affected area, and what preparation is needed. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains what drives the price and what a proper quote should include.
27/06/2026
A tide mark on the wall. Paint peeling near the floor. A smell that will not go away. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists explains the five signs of rising damp that Cape Town homeowners should know.
27/06/2026
Every year Cape Town homeowners discover damp in June that could have been caught in April. Colin Brown from Cape Damp Specialists shares the checklist he recommends to every homeowner before the winter rains arrive.