No, not usually - black mould can only grow in the pure water produced from steam so it is more likely to be condensation.
Rising Damp causes salts and impurities to rise up into your brick and plasterwork, but not mould.
It could be, but make sure you check the pipes to your washing machine first for leaks!
The only way to know for sure is to have an expert look at it - there are many different types of fungus and most are a lot less
destructive than dry rot. Leak test your shower to make sure no water is escaping and call us in to check the fungus.
Dehumidifyers are a good way to remove moisture in your home - they do not however usually remove it all or fix the problem. The best way to reduce moisture levels is to make a few simple lifestyle changes (see our guide) or install an effective extraction unit in the bathroom/kitchen.
Active woodworm is quite rare in modern properties - it is more commonly found in period or restored buildings. Holes will, of course, stay in the wood even after the infestation has gone, often posing no threat to the timber. Call us in to check if the holes are a sign of a live infestation or an old an inactive one.
We make a small charge for our Pre-Purchase surveys because we only ever use fully qualified CSRT CSSW surveyors to survey your property and compile the report. If a company offers to survey your property for free, they may well only be sending out a sales person or trainee. Your house purchase is the most expensive purchase of your life, so make sure you have a qualified surveyor checking it for major defects which could cost you more in the long run if un-dectected. Our survey charge is also fully refundable if you go on to purchase the property and have any work done by us.