PCA CSDB Actual Free Exam Questions & Community Discussion
Before commencing dampness treatment works, the surveyor/contractor should:
Correct Answer: B
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A pitched roof specification requires ventilation between insulation and roof covering to:
Correct Answer: B
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The most effective approach to treat penetrating damp is to:
Correct Answer: C
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A Victorian terraced property with cavity walls shows penetrating damp concentrated around failed pointing on north-west elevation. The cavity appears to have insulation. The surveyor's recommendation should be:
Correct Answer: D
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To differentiate penetrating damp from rising damp, the surveyor should note:
Correct Answer: A
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Black mould (typically Aspergillus or Penicillium species) associated with condensation:
Correct Answer: B
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Wind-driven rain exposure is an important factor in diagnosing penetrating damp because:
Correct Answer: C
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When rising damp has caused soluble salt accumulation in masonry, the treatment approach should include:
Correct Answer: C
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After chemical DPC installation, salt contamination requires management because:
Correct Answer: D
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When assessing timber decay (particularly dry rot - Serpula lacrymans) in relation to dampness, the surveyor must understand that:
Correct Answer: D
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