Is moisture creeping up your walls? Pontefract Insulation Ltd provides trusted rising damp solutions across Pontefract and West Yorkshire — keeping homes dry, healthy and structurally sound since 1973.
Rising damp is caused when groundwater is drawn up through brick or stone walls by capillary action. Left untreated, it leads to unsightly plaster damage, musty smells, peeling paint and even structural rot. In homes without an effective damp-proof course (DPC), or where the DPC has failed, the issue only worsens over time.
Common signs of rising damp:
At Pontefract Insulation Ltd, we’ve spent over 50 years helping families protect their homes from moisture damage. We’re a family-run business, deeply rooted in Pontefract, offering:
We take a comprehensive approach to resolving rising damp. Here’s how it works:
Our trained technician will carry out a detailed inspection of your home, identifying the source and extent of the problem.
We’ll provide a written report outlining the issue, treatment options and a clear quotation — no pressure, just facts.
Depending on your property, we may:
Rising damp doesn’t go away on its own. If left untreated, you may face:
Prompt treatment means a drier, healthier home — and fewer costs down the line. Rising damp is most common in older properties across Pontefract, Castleford, Wakefield and surrounding towns — especially where original DPCs have failed or where patio installations have bridged the damp-proof course.
