Basement ceiling coming down ☹️

[Janku]

Over the past few months, I have noticed that the ceiling in my basement has started to come down due to dampness. My neighbour on the side closest to the damp had his basement tanked a couple of years ago and I’m wondering if this is the cause of the issue, as I can find no leak or damp in my living room directly above.

Although my basement did have some salt deposits on the external wall before, until now, there has never been a significant issue with dampness over the 20 years that I have owned the property. I attach some photos showing the problem and the position of the party wall. The wall to the right is the external wall and it contains a window.

Any thoughts as to what may be causing the problem would be most welcome. Any suggested solutions would also be very welcome.

 

[Monkey Boy]

Yes

 

[malc]

Basements are always a nightmare. As your neighbour has tanked their basement I guess the the water can no longer penetrate their basement so the water has to go some were.

 

[paulf]

Basements are always a nightmare. As your neighbour has tanked their basement I guess the the water can no longer penetrate their basement so the water has to go some were.

It follows the path of least resistance, so you're probably right.

 

[paulf]

Did you have an improper relationship with a gypsy's horse when you were 15?

Yes

Now we're getting somewhere.

 

[Monkey Boy]

Did you have an improper relationship with a gypsy's horse when you were 15?

Now we're getting somewhere.

Yes

 

[paulf]

Just a follow up question, is it true you use your own semen as a personal moisturiser?

Yes

That would explain the unusual hairy face.
Thank you for your candour.

 

[Monkey Boy]

Just a follow up question, is it true you use your own semen as a personal moisturiser?

That would explain the unusual hairy face.
Thank you for your candour.

You’re welcum