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PCA Certificated Surveyor of Dampness in Buildings Sample Questions:

Question 1

In a crawl space with poor ventilation, the surveyor notes elevated moisture levels (above 80% RH) and visible mould growth. BS 5250:2021 recommends:

A. Sealing all openings
B. Installing heating only
C. Adequate ventilation to manage relative humidity and prevent condensation
D. Accepting mould growth

Question 2

When assessing timber decay (particularly dry rot - Serpula lacrymans) in relation to dampness, the surveyor must understand that:

A. Damp and decay are unrelated
B. Dry rot causes damp
C. Damp above 20% moisture content creates conditions for fungal growth; treating damp is essential for timber remediation
D. Fungal decay stops growth when treated with biocide alone

Question 3

Photographic evidence in a dampness report should:

A. Only show perfect conditions
B. Show typical areas of damp, close-ups of specific defects, and reference photographs for context
C. Be purely decorative
D. Never be included

Question 4

A property shows damp with characteristic black mould appearing in winter only, no salt deposits, high relative humidity (70%+), and visible condensation on windows. The cause is most likely:

A. Structural failure
B. Rising damp
C. Penetrating damp
D. Condensation from occupancy, inadequate ventilation, and poor heating

Question 5

When moisture meter readings are inconsistent across multiple measurements in the same wall section, the surveyor should:

A. Report only the highest reading
B. Investigate causes of variation (salts, temperature, material differences), document findings, and note limitations in interpretation
C. Report only one reading
D. Average the readings uncritically

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