Damp Proofing Software for UK Surveyors
In short
DampApp Pro turns shorthand field notes into structured, branded damp and mould reports on-site. It runs natively offline, calculates dew point and psychrometric values on the device, and records timestamped photos (EXIF-derived where available) — so your evidence stands up against UK damp and timber reporting expectations.
The UK's maritime climate, combined with a large stock of Victorian solid masonry and mid-century cavity walls, makes British damp diagnosis distinctive. DampApp Pro is tuned for the realities of UK property surveying, where condensation, penetrating damp and bridged or failed DPCs all present similar symptoms.
Built for UK building pathology
Generic international tools rarely distinguish between failing modern DPCs and breathable lime mortars in older properties. DampApp Pro is built around the diagnostics UK surveyors actually need.
1. BS 8102 below-ground context
Document basement and below-ground waterproofing observations with reference to British Standard 8102 Type A, B and C systems, recording your findings in a consistent, structured format.
2. Rising damp differentiation
UK surveyors must carefully separate true capillary rising damp from bridged DPCs or condensation. Use the psychrometric and dew-point calculations to rule condensation in or out, and the photo grid to record hygroscopic salt bands.
3. Offline reporting on every site
From an empty terrace to a basement with no signal, DampApp Pro generates a PDF report on the device. The free tier uses the app watermark; Pro adds your branding and optional cloud sync.
Renters' Rights Act context
Part 1 of the Renters' Rights Act 2025 took effect in England on 1 May 2026. The Act also provides for Awaab's Law and a Decent Homes Standard to reach the private rented sector, but the government's implementation roadmap lists those measures in Phase 3 with timing to be confirmed. Dated, structured inspection records remain useful under current repair and fitness duties and in preparation for later reforms.
Frequently asked questions
Is DampApp Pro suited to UK damp diagnosis?▾
Yes. It is built around the diagnostics UK surveyors use across Victorian solid masonry and mid-century cavity walls — separating condensation from penetrating damp and bridged or failed DPCs — with psychrometric calculations and structured defect libraries.
How does it help distinguish rising damp from condensation?▾
Use the dew-point and psychrometric calculations (from temperature and relative humidity, in line with BS 5250) to rule condensation in or out, and the photo grid to record hygroscopic salt bands — so the diagnosis rests on recorded readings rather than assumption.
Does it work offline on properties with no signal?▾
Yes. Capture, psychrometrics and PDF report generation all run natively offline on the device. With an optional Pro subscription, survey data can sync across your own devices once connectivity returns.
How does it support Renters' Rights Act and Awaab's Law work?▾
It captures dated, structured evidence — timestamped photographs (EXIF-derived where available), psychrometric readings and a PDF report — which supports the documented investigation these duties expect. Confirm the current statutory timescales that apply to your tenure and hazard type.
What does DampApp Pro cost?▾
DampApp Pro is £74.99 per month or £749.99 per year (GBP), with a free tier available and regional pricing shown in the App Store and Google Play. Pro adds a daily AI Polish allowance plus the option to add your own Google Gemini or OpenAI key.
For UK surveyors and landlords
Record your damp and timber findings in a consistent, defensible format with DampApp Pro for diagnostics, or PropertySurvey Pro for whole-property condition and Decent Homes documentation.
