"JK" wrote in message ...

Indeed the concrete outside is at a slightly higher level than the
floor
inside,

problem located. The solution to the problem is to solve the problem.
Ie lower the concrete level outside. Since that will give you a lower
water collecting area you will also need to add a drain to prevent
water collection.



Check outside and see if the soil is above DPC level, and remove if
it is.

It is, but sadly any soil in the area is topped with a thick layer of
concrete right up to the edge of the house.


Would there be any mileage on stripping the plaster on the inside say up to
3' and painting something waterproof on the inside bricks then replastering?
Or would that just make the water com out higher up?

The solution to the problem is to solve the problem, not to do things
that dont solve the problem.


Regards, NT