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WHAT IS SALT DAMP?

Common Symptoms of Rising Salt Damp:

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HOW DO YOU TREAT SALT DAMP?

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At Mr Salt Damp we continue to specialise in the treatment of Rising Salt Damp in all areas of Adelaide and South Australia including regularly visiting regional areas such as the Eyre, Yorke and Fleurieu Peninsulas, the South East, the Flinders, the Riverland, Gawler, Barossa and the Clare Valley.

Pre-Purchase Inspections are also available via appointment.

Most people have pre-conceived misconceptions about the high cost of treatment either from building inspections or from other companies, contact us for peace of mind - it's not nearly as expensive as you may have been led to believe.

All of our products and services are designed with the environment in mind and are water based, solvent free and odourless.

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HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE RISING DAMP?

Our products and services are specifically designed for the treatment of Rising Damp, so it is important to be certain that this is the cause of dampness before treatment begins.

Other types of dampness that affect buildings (e.g. condensation, lateral damp, penetrating damp) are treated in different ways - freecall us on 1300 793 359 for advice.

Diagnosis of dampness in buildings should be carried out by a specialist surveyor with a Moisture Meter, however, typical signs of Rising Damp include:

Signs of dampness limited to bottom 1m of ground floor walls
Damp or decayed skirting boards
Salt deposits on the wall surface

If you would like to arrange for a specialist surveyor to visit your property, please visit the contact page or phone 1300 793 359.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can salt damp affect my health?

Salt damp itself isn’t toxic — but the conditions it creates can impact your health.

When salt contamination draws moisture into walls, it creates a damp environment that encourages mould growth, musty odours, and airborne spores. These can aggravate asthma, allergies, and other respiratory conditions, particularly in children and older adults.
Damp walls can also trap moisture indoors, increasing humidity levels throughout the home.

If you’re noticing mould patches, flaking paint, bubbling plaster, or a persistent damp smell, it’s worth investigating the underlying cause rather than just treating surface mould.
Addressing salt damp properly improves both your property and your indoor air quality.

Does salt damp only affect older homes?

No — although it’s more common in older properties, it can affect homes of any age.

Salt damp is typically caused by ground moisture carrying mineral salts into masonry. While older homes may lack modern damp-proof courses, newer homes can still experience issues due to:
• Bridged or failed damp-proof courses
• Poor drainage
• Landscaping built above DPC level
• Subfloor ventilation problems
• Renovations that trap moisture in walls
Age alone doesn’t determine risk. Construction type, site conditions, and past alterations are often more important factors.
If you’re unsure, a proper inspection is the only way to confirm.

How do I know if it’s salt damp or rising damp?

They’re often confused — and sometimes used interchangeably — but they’re not always the same thing.

Rising damp refers to moisture travelling upward from the ground through masonry.

Salt damp refers to the salt contamination left behind when that moisture evaporates. Even if moisture levels reduce later, the salts remain in the wall and continue attracting moisture from the air.

Common signs of salt contamination include:
• Flaking or powdery plaster
• Paint bubbling or peeling
• White, crusty salt deposits
• Damage confined to lower wall areas

Accurate diagnosis matters because treatment differs. Simply repainting or patching plaster won’t solve the problem if salts are still present inside the wall.
A professional moisture and salt analysis can determine the real cause and the correct solution.