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Warehouse Conversions in Tower Hamlets: Damp and Cold Bridging
Damp Problems5 min read
Warehouse Conversions in Tower Hamlets: Damp and Cold Bridging

Damp and mould are common in Tower Hamlets warehouses and Victorian homes, and a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment diagnoses the true cause.

Black Mould on Window Sills: Why It Forms and How to Remove It
Mould Issues6 min read
Black Mould on Window Sills: Why It Forms and How to Remove It

Black mould on window sills is driven by condensation on cold glass and frames. Learn why it forms, how to remove it, and when to survey.

How Is a Central Heating Leak Found?
Leak Detection5 min read
How Is a Central Heating Leak Found?

A central heating leak is found by combining pressure testing with thermal imaging, acoustic equipment and tracer gas to pinpoint the source before opening any floors.

What Kills Black Mould for Good? Proven Treatments Explained
Mould Issues5 min read
What Kills Black Mould for Good? Proven Treatments Explained

Black mould is killed by removing the moisture feeding it and treating surfaces with a fungicidal biocide, not bleach, which only hides staining.

Camden Mansion Flats and the Damp Nobody Owns
Damp Problems5 min read
Camden Mansion Flats and the Damp Nobody Owns

Why Camden's period conversions and mansion flats get damp, how to tell condensation from leaks, and what the a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment reveals.

Is Black Toxic Mould Really Dangerous? Separating Fact From Fear
Mould Issues5 min read
Is Black Toxic Mould Really Dangerous? Separating Fact From Fear

Black toxic mould can be dangerous with prolonged exposure, but the panic is often exaggerated. Here is the honest picture and what to do about it.

What Is Tracer Gas Leak Detection?
Leak Detection5 min read
What Is Tracer Gas Leak Detection?

Tracer gas leak detection pumps a safe hydrogen-nitrogen mixture into pipes to pinpoint hidden leaks precisely, often in one visit and without unnecessary damage.

Awaab’s Law Deadlines: How Quickly Must Landlords Fix Damp and Mould?
Property Management Advice4 min read
Awaab’s Law Deadlines: How Quickly Must Landlords Fix Damp and Mould?

The government has confirmed how fast social landlords must act on damp and mould. Here are the deadlines and how to build a compliant survey and repair process.

Black Mould on Wood: How to Treat Frames, Skirting and Furniture
Mould Issues6 min read
Black Mould on Wood: How to Treat Frames, Skirting and Furniture

How to treat black mould on wooden frames, skirting and furniture, when to clean, when to replace, and how to stop it returning for good.

How Does Non-Invasive Leak Detection Work?
Leak Detection7 min read
How Does Non-Invasive Leak Detection Work?

Non-invasive leak detection uses acoustic, thermal and tracer gas tools to pinpoint hidden leaks without damage, with a written report.

How Does Acoustic Leak Detection Work?
Leak Detection5 min read
How Does Acoustic Leak Detection Work?

Acoustic leak detection uses sensitive microphones and sensors to listen for escaping water and pinpoint hidden pipe leaks without needless excavation.

Black Mould in the Bedroom: Why It Appears and How to Remove It
Mould Issues6 min read
Black Mould in the Bedroom: Why It Appears and How to Remove It

Black mould in the bedroom is usually caused by overnight condensation on cold surfaces, and recurring growth signals a moisture problem needing a proper survey.

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