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Mould and Babies: Why You Should Never Ignore It
Mould Issues5 min read
Mould and Babies: Why You Should Never Ignore It

Mould can seriously harm babies' developing lungs, so learn the warning signs, where to look, and how to remove it safely around your child.

Condensation, Damp and Mould: What’s the Difference?
Damp Problems5 min read
Condensation, Damp and Mould: What’s the Difference?

Condensation is the cause, damp is the moisture, and mould is the growth that follows: here is how to tell them apart and fix them.

Signs of a Hidden Water Leak at Home
Leak Detection5 min read
Signs of a Hidden Water Leak at Home

Learn the key hidden water leak signs, from rising bills to musty smells and damp patches, and what to do before the damage spreads.

How Often Should Landlords Check for Damp and Mould?
Property Management Advice5 min read
How Often Should Landlords Check for Damp and Mould?

Landlords should check for damp and mould at least every six months, with more frequent checks for older or high-risk properties and after any tenant report.

Do Dehumidifiers Get Rid of Damp and Mould?
Structural Drying5 min read
Do Dehumidifiers Get Rid of Damp and Mould?

Dehumidifiers manage airborne moisture and condensation but cannot cure structural damp, leaks or remove existing mould, which need proper diagnosis and repair.

Indoor Air Quality When the Windows Stay Shut
Mould Issues5 min read
Indoor Air Quality When the Windows Stay Shut

Shut windows trap moisture and pollutants, feeding condensation and mould that wreck indoor air quality. Here is how to spot it and fix it.

Why Riverside Homes in Greenwich Struggle With Damp
Damp Problems6 min read
Why Riverside Homes in Greenwich Struggle With Damp

Riverside Greenwich homes struggle with damp due to Thames groundwater, tidal moisture and older solid-wall construction, and a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment pinpoints the cause.

Frozen Pipe Leaks: Spotting Hidden Water Damage
Leak Detection5 min read
Frozen Pipe Leaks: Spotting Hidden Water Damage

How to spot a hidden frozen pipe leak, where the water really comes from, and what a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment reveals.

How to Prevent Damp and Mould in a Rented Property
Property Management Advice5 min read
How to Prevent Damp and Mould in a Rented Property

Prevent damp and mould in a rented property by controlling moisture, ventilating daily, and reporting building faults to your landlord in writing without delay.

How to Dry Out a House After a Leak or Flood
Structural Drying5 min read
How to Dry Out a House After a Leak or Flood

Stop the source, extract the water, then run dehumidifiers and air movers for two to six weeks, and confirm the structure is dry before redecorating.

Why Is Mould Growing on My Clothes and in Wardrobes?
Mould Issues5 min read
Why Is Mould Growing on My Clothes and in Wardrobes?

Mould on clothes and in wardrobes is driven by trapped humidity, cold walls and poor airflow. Here is why it happens and how to stop it.

Penetrating Damp: Causes, Signs and Solutions
Damp Problems5 min read
Penetrating Damp: Causes, Signs and Solutions

Penetrating damp is water entering horizontally through walls, roofs or windows via structural defects, and lasting repair depends on fixing the source, not the surface.

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