What Causes Condensation?
Ironically, condensation is often caused by improvements to buildings. Insulation, draft proofing and double glazing are all good things to have, but they reduce the ventilation in a property and can increase the relative air humidity which is the amount of moisture in the air within your home.
Moisture content in the air can be raised by everyday living – from little things like running a bath or simply drying your clothes indoors. If moisture does build up during warm temperatures, this can cause issues when your property cools. The moisture will start to condense on cool surfaces and will start to damage them. The most common signs of condensations is water running down windows, damaged decoration, black mould growth and unpleasant musty damp smells occurring within a property.
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Condensation & Black Mould
It is important that the type of damp affecting your property be diagnosed properly or you could end up spending money on works that will not solve the problem. Every property is different and the reasons causing the Condensation or Black Mould will be different. Some properties are simply not ventilated, and others may have structural defects creating cold spots that are very hard to identify without proper equipment. Below are a few signs that might be apparent within your property:
- Water gathering on the inside of your windows or at the window sill
- Water gathering on surfaces such as kitchen/bathroom tiles
- Growth of black mould on walls, ceilings and skirting
- Peeling of wallpaper or deteriorating paintwork
- Mould growing on clothes or stored articles
- A strong musty smell
Most of the minor condensation cases can be solved by simply improving your property ventilation. This might be easier said than done as it is difficult to keep your windows open 24 hours a day especially during colder seasons. The alternative to that is getting in touch with a property damp specialist who can survey your property and specify one of the most effective condensation solutions.
Condensation Specialist Belfast
Our qualified condensation specialists will investigate your property and identify the cause of condensation. We only supply experienced surveyors who are highly trained in all types of damp and rot problems that could affect your property. This means that our surveyor will be able to complete the survey and give the appropriate remedial recommendations no matter what problem is identified.
How to Stop Condensation
There are several steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of condensation becoming a problem, however they may not be practical all of the time:
- Avoid drying clothes inside on radiators or in front of fires.
- When cooking – cover pans, don’t leave kettles boiling and use an extractor fan to remove excess moisture if possible.
- Ventilate bathrooms and kitchens, keeping doors closed when they are in use.
- Try to maintain a constant low level background heating, helping to ensure no rapid temperature changes and keeping wall surfaces warm.
These tips may provide a short term solution to your condensation problems but for a more comprehensive and permanent elimination of condensation throughout your home.
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FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
A thorough damp report by a certified professional will take around 2 to 3 hours. Every nook and cranny of your home will be inspected for moisture and assessed for damage. Get a damp proofing quote from a certified company to make sure you get the best service.
If you’re wondering if damp testing is something you pay for out of pocket, the answer is yes. After all, it’s not something that’s covered by home insurance. Fortunately, you can find qualified experts who can give you the services you need without breaking the bank. Contact our team for a certified surveyor to learn more.
You need an expert surveyor to check your home to ascertain no stone is left unturned. Missing out on a damp spot will render any job useless because things can escalate rapidly once again. If you want things done right and avoid back jobs that cost money and impinge on your time, get professional help.
A damp report cost in the UK is between £150 and £400. Fortunately, you can get really good service with competitive pricing based on the size of the property for £150 – £300. Don’t delay getting a damp survey if you see signs of dampness in your home to avoid exacerbating the problem.
