Preventing Damp this Winter

Damp is the most comment problem in all homes during the Winter months, with the main offender being Condensation.

Left untreated, condensation can lead to mould growth, which can be potentially harmful and lead to serious health issues and breathing difficulties.

By following a few simple steps, you will prevent the growth of harmful moulds:

1. If you have a washing machine or tumble dryer, make sure that it is vented correctly.
2. Where possible, try to dry your clothes outdoors to prevent excess moisture from building up in your property.
3. When cooking food, boiling the kettle or taking a shower, ensure that your kitchen or bathroom door is kept closed.
4. Do not overfill your wardrobes or kitchen cupboards. A lack of ventilation and air moisture trapped in warm overfilled cupboards can become a breeding ground for mould.

Interesting fact: Four people living in a 3 bedroom property would create 112 pints of moisture a week from just breathing, cooking, showering and boiling the kettle.