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Driveway next door laid incorrectly

Posted by neil smith, on
Should a driveway next door touch my house wall above my dpc? What can I do about it?
Edward Thompson

Edward Thompson

Hi Neil the driveway shouldn't be above your DPC level as it can cause damp, ideally it should be 2 brick courses below. It may be possible to cut the driveway back and put a gravel strip in. You need to approach your neighbour and express your concerns but do it in a friendly manner. Ed

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