Protecting Homes
from Rising & Penetrating Damp
Rising Damp
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Rising damp is caused when ground moisture rises up through masonry walls due to a failed or missing damp proof course that affects lower sections of internal walls
Protecting Homes
from Rising & Penetrating Damp
Rising Damp
1/5
Rising damp is caused when ground moisture rises up through masonry walls due to a failed or missing damp proof course that affects lower sections of internal walls
Protecting Homes
from Rising & Penetrating Damp
Rising Damp
1/5
Rising damp is caused when ground moisture rises up through masonry walls due to a failed or missing damp proof course that affects lower sections of internal walls
Specialist Damp Protection with Lasting Results
Expertise in the Field
Gauranteed expert damp proofing that fixes the root cause, not just the symptoms. BBA-approved and regulation compliant.
Homes Protected
Years Experience
Work Guaranteed
Google Ratings
Expertise in the Field
Gauranteed expert damp proofing that fixes the root cause, not just the symptoms. BBA-approved and regulation compliant.
Homes Protected
Years Experience
Work Guaranteed
Google Ratings
Our Solutions
Permanent Damp Solutions, Professionally Delivered
Trusted assessments. Clear options. Company backed guarantees. We diagnose the cause and deliver lasting results.
01
Rising Damp Treatment
Ground moisture rising through a failed damp proof course can silently destroy your walls. We install BBA approved DPC systems that stop rising damp at source.
Professional damp survey and moisture mapping
BBA approved chemical DPC injection
Replastering with renovation plaster
Building regulation compliant and guaranteed
Ground moisture rising through a failed damp proof course can silently destroy your walls. We install BBA approved DPC systems that stop rising damp at source.
Rising Damp Treatment
Ground moisture rising through a failed damp proof course can silently destroy your walls. We install BBA approved DPC systems that stop rising damp at source.
Professional damp survey and moisture mapping
BBA approved chemical DPC injection
Replastering with renovation plaster
Building regulation compliant and guaranteed
Ground moisture rising through a failed damp proof course can silently destroy your walls. We install BBA approved DPC systems that stop rising damp at source.
01
Rising Damp Treatment
Ground moisture rising through a failed damp proof course can silently destroy your walls. We install BBA approved DPC systems that stop rising damp at source.
Professional damp survey and moisture mapping
BBA approved chemical DPC injection
Replastering with renovation plaster
Building regulation compliant and guaranteed
Ground moisture rising through a failed damp proof course can silently destroy your walls. We install BBA approved DPC systems that stop rising damp at source.
02
Penetrating Damp Repairs
Rainwater entering through damaged brickwork, failed pointing or cracked render compromises your walls. We identify every entry point and seal your property tight.
Penetrating Damp Repairs
Rainwater entering through damaged brickwork, failed pointing or cracked render compromises your walls. We identify every entry point and seal your property tight.
Thorough external and internal assessment
Repointing, render repair and Stormdry waterproofing
Internal replastering and decoration prep
Fully regulated and company backed guarantee
Rainwater entering through damaged brickwork, failed pointing or cracked render compromises your walls. We identify every entry point and seal your property tight.
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Penetrating Damp Repairs
Rainwater entering through damaged brickwork, failed pointing or cracked render compromises your walls. We identify every entry point and seal your property tight.
03
Basement Damp Proofing
Water and moisture in below ground spaces make them unusable and threaten your foundations. Our BS 8102 compliant systems create a permanent waterproof barrier.
Basement Damp Proofing
Water and moisture in below ground spaces make them unusable and threaten your foundations. Our BS 8102 compliant systems create a permanent waterproof barrier.
Full below ground moisture assessment
Type A cementitious slurry tanking
Type C drained cavity membrane and sump systems
BS 8102:2022 compliant and fully guaranteed
Water and moisture in below ground spaces make them unusable and threaten your foundations. Our BS 8102 compliant systems create a permanent waterproof barrier.
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Basement Damp Proofing
Water and moisture in below ground spaces make them unusable and threaten your foundations. Our BS 8102 compliant systems create a permanent waterproof barrier.
The Director at Work
See our work
This video shows our full rising damp treatment process from start to finish, carried out using a proven, long-term method.
Sand cement render with waterproof additives and joint tape reinforcement
Removal of all contaminated plaster back to bare masonry
Application of waterproof slurry coat to treated walls
Installation of a chemical damp proof course using injected damp course rods
Smooth skim coat finish, ready for decoration
Application of waterproof slurry coat to treated walls
Sand cement render with waterproof additives and joint tape reinforcement
Removal of all contaminated plaster back to bare masonry
Application of waterproof slurry coat to treated walls
Installation of a chemical damp proof course using injected damp course rods
Smooth skim coat finish, ready for decoration
Application of waterproof slurry coat to treated walls
01
Honest Assessments
We tell you what you need, not what makes us the most money.
Honest Assessments
We tell you what you need, not what makes us the most money.
How It Works
We make the process straightforward. No hard sells, no unnecessary work. Just honest assessments and permanent solutions.
From Diagnosis to Done.
We make the process straightforward.
From Diagnosis to Done. We make the process straightforward.
From Diagnosis to Done.
We make the process straightforward.
Four Simple Steps
No hard sells, no unnecessary work. Just honest assessments and permanent solutions.
01
Free Survey
We visit your property, carry out a thorough damp assessment using professional-grade moisture meters, and identify exactly what's causing the problem.
Free Survey
We visit your property, carry out a thorough damp assessment using professional-grade moisture meters, and identify exactly what's causing the problem.
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Clear Diagnosis
You get an honest, jargon free report with photographs, moisture readings, and clear explanation of the issue. No pressure, no upselling.
Clear Diagnosis
You get an honest, jargon free report with photographs, moisture readings, and clear explanation of the issue. No pressure, no upselling.
03
Expert Treatment
Our specialist team carries out the agreed work to the highest standards. No subcontractors. The same people who surveyed your property complete the treatment.
Expert Treatment
Our specialist team carries out the agreed work to the highest standards. No subcontractors. The same people who surveyed your property complete the treatment.
04
Guaranteed Results
Every job is completed to building regulation standards with a company backed guarantee. We don't leave until you're completely satisfied.
Guaranteed Results
Every job is completed to building regulation standards with a company backed guarantee. We don't leave until you're completely satisfied.
About Pattern IQ
Family Run. Owner Led. No Shortcuts.
With over 15 years in the building trades and 10+ years specialising in structural damp, Pattern IQ is a family-run business where every project is personally overseen by the company director.
10+
Years Damp Specialist
0
Subcontractors Used
Guaranteed & Compliant
All penetrating damp treatment is completed in line with current building regulations and comes with a company-backed guarantee, giving homeowners and buyers long-term protection and peace of mind.
Service Areas
Damp Proofing Across Derby,
Nottingham & Beyond
Damp Proofing Across Nottingham,
Derby & Beyond
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Heanor
Derby
Nottingham
Long Eaton
Beeston
Ripley
Belper
Eastwood
Alfreton
Mansfield
Burton upon Trent
Ilkeston
Heanor
Ashbourne
Arnold
Carlton
West Bridgford
Nottingham
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FAQ's
Damp Proofing FAQs
How do I know if I have rising damp?
Common signs include tide marks on walls (usually up to about 1 metre high), peeling wallpaper, white salt deposits (efflorescence), and a persistent musty smell. Our professional damp survey uses calibrated moisture meters and thermal imaging to give you a definitive diagnosis, not guesswork.
How long does damp proofing treatment take?
Most rising damp treatments can be completed in 1 to 3 days depending on the size of the property and extent of the damage. Penetrating damp repairs vary based on the external work needed. We provide a clear, realistic timeline during your initial survey so there are no surprises.
Do you offer guarantees on your work?
Absolutely. All our damp proofing work is fully guaranteed and compliant with building regulations. We provide company backed guarantees on every project. We stand behind our work because we're confident in the quality of our treatments and materials.
Will I need to move out during treatment?
In most cases, no. We work room by room and keep disruption to an absolute minimum. We protect your floors and furniture, and clean up thoroughly at the end of each day. We'll discuss any specific requirements during your survey.
How much does damp proofing cost?
Every property is different, which is why we offer free surveys. We'll assess the specific issues in your home and provide a clear, no obligation quote. We believe in honest pricing. No hidden costs, no inflated estimates to cover subcontractor margins.
What areas do you cover?
We cover Derby, Nottingham, and all surrounding areas across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, just give us a call on 07856 291 485 and we'll let you know.
How do I know if I have rising damp?
Common signs include tide marks on walls (usually up to about 1 metre high), peeling wallpaper, white salt deposits (efflorescence), and a persistent musty smell. Our professional damp survey uses calibrated moisture meters and thermal imaging to give you a definitive diagnosis, not guesswork.
How long does damp proofing treatment take?
Most rising damp treatments can be completed in 1 to 3 days depending on the size of the property and extent of the damage. Penetrating damp repairs vary based on the external work needed. We provide a clear, realistic timeline during your initial survey so there are no surprises.
Do you offer guarantees on your work?
Absolutely. All our damp proofing work is fully guaranteed and compliant with building regulations. We provide company backed guarantees on every project. We stand behind our work because we're confident in the quality of our treatments and materials.
Will I need to move out during treatment?
In most cases, no. We work room by room and keep disruption to an absolute minimum. We protect your floors and furniture, and clean up thoroughly at the end of each day. We'll discuss any specific requirements during your survey.
How much does damp proofing cost?
Every property is different, which is why we offer free surveys. We'll assess the specific issues in your home and provide a clear, no obligation quote. We believe in honest pricing. No hidden costs, no inflated estimates to cover subcontractor margins.
What areas do you cover?
We cover Derby, Nottingham, and all surrounding areas across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, just give us a call on 07856 291 485 and we'll let you know.
How do I know if I have rising damp?
Common signs include tide marks on walls (usually up to about 1 metre high), peeling wallpaper, white salt deposits (efflorescence), and a persistent musty smell. Our professional damp survey uses calibrated moisture meters and thermal imaging to give you a definitive diagnosis, not guesswork.
How long does damp proofing treatment take?
Most rising damp treatments can be completed in 1 to 3 days depending on the size of the property and extent of the damage. Penetrating damp repairs vary based on the external work needed. We provide a clear, realistic timeline during your initial survey so there are no surprises.
Do you offer guarantees on your work?
Absolutely. All our damp proofing work is fully guaranteed and compliant with building regulations. We provide company backed guarantees on every project. We stand behind our work because we're confident in the quality of our treatments and materials.
Will I need to move out during treatment?
In most cases, no. We work room by room and keep disruption to an absolute minimum. We protect your floors and furniture, and clean up thoroughly at the end of each day. We'll discuss any specific requirements during your survey.
How much does damp proofing cost?
Every property is different, which is why we offer free surveys. We'll assess the specific issues in your home and provide a clear, no obligation quote. We believe in honest pricing. No hidden costs, no inflated estimates to cover subcontractor margins.
What areas do you cover?
We cover Derby, Nottingham, and all surrounding areas across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, just give us a call on 07856 291 485 and we'll let you know.
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Professional rising damp treatments and damp surveys across Derby, Nottingham and surrounding areas.
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Professional rising damp treatments and damp surveys across Derby, Nottingham and surrounding areas.
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07856 291 485
jameshollins@patterniq.co.uk
© 2026. All rights reserved.
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Professional rising damp treatments and damp surveys across Derby, Nottingham and surrounding areas.
Services
Contact
Office
Room 10 - Schoolhouse Business Centre, Alvaston, Derby, DE24 8UQ
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Privacy & Policy
Terms & Conditions