Identification of Condensation

The are three main types of water problems found in properties, Rising Damp, Penetrating Damp and Condensation. In this section we are only dealing with condensation and mould control, the other types of damp and relevant to diagnosis and further details can be found in the damp control section.

Condensation is a prevalent problem in new and old properties, the presence of water streaming down windows, peeling wall paper and black and or green mould growth are all indicators of the condensation problem. These indicators of condensation may be due to low or high amounts of insulation, poorly heated and/or ventilated properties.

To effect a resolution of the condensation and the associated mould problem all these factors need to be taken into consideration. Increasing ventilation or turning up the heating is usually not sufficient to rectify the problem and may result in compounding the condensation problem.

An in depth survey of the property is required, the survey and recommendations to cure the condensation and mould problem may be phased to ensure money and resources are used effectively to achieve the balance required to resolve the problem.It is easy to over spend as different occupiers have different lifestyles which need to be considered.

How to resolve the Condensation and Mould problem

To control the amount of moisture vapour within the property requires different approaches to the different life styles of the occupiers. A balance of ventilation, heat recovery and control together with increased insulation need to be considered. These considerations for comfortable living conditions with economical use of the existing installations and what may need to be introduced as a resolution can be discussed with our surveying team.

The level of condensation moisture in the property will need to be reduced and heating made effective, when the balance is achieved any mould growth and damaged decoration can be rectified.

Mould growth will stop occurring when the condensation in the property has been removed and controlled allowing the property to dry out, removal with anti mould solutions in spray or hand application and incorporating anti mould additives in the new decoration will then prevent further mould growth.

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