a course of some impermeable material laid in the foundation walls of building near the ground to prevent dampness from rising into the building
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damp course::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | damp-proof course |
| Type of | course, row |
Examples of damp course
damp course
A damp course should disconnect the whole of the foundations from the superstructure.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Look carefully at the damp course and make sure it has not been breached or covered with soil.
From the expressandstar.com
Don't pay more than 50% of the asking price and make sure there is a damp course and insulation.
From the guardian.co.uk
As time rolls on the surface of the ground also becomes elevated, and this damp course is soon lost to sight.
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Making a provisional offer on a property, then unsettling the seller with a series of nitpicking questions about the status of the curtains, the boiler, the damp course guarantee, etc.
From the telegraph.co.uk
Once done, and dampness remains, the next step is to look for the presence of a damp-proof course.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Check if the house has a damp-proof course.
From the thisismoney.co.uk
If a damp-proof course is present, it is likely to be functioning, as the materials from which damp proof courses are manufactured tend to have a long lifespan.
From the en.wikipedia.org
If it rains or the course is slick and damp that can open the door for a surprising outcome.
From the stltoday.com
