Is your home damp?
A house of moisture can promote the growth of mold and dust mites that may increase the risk of disease. Here are some tips for identifying the causes and what to do.
The water inlet
Damp caused by water penetrating from the outside has a Tell Tale Signs pair. First the water penetrates brick remove salts and leave a white deposit called efflorescence. Second leak will leave a mark tide. Since the problem is further exacerbated ring marks appear. It's a good idea to mark the outer ring and a follow up to see how it progresses. Often takes several attempts to fix a leak as water can travel unusual routes.
If any of these signs are obvious to check the obvious causes such as leakage or downpipe blocked channel / the objects piled against the outer wall of transition during the moisture-proof, leaking pipes, dripping overflows, damage to the or missing roof tiles. If fixed quickly, there will be less damage to the building structure. For more serious problems or obvious signs no get an expert if you suspect the damp-proof course is damaged or there is not a waterproof specialist advice will be required.
Condensation
A common cause is condensation of moisture. Condensation occurs when moisture in the air hits a cold surface and condenses. This is why why it is more a problem in colder climates. Signs of condensation are growing mold in the corners of a room, around windows, behind cabinets / cupboards above the kitchens and bathrooms and sometimes in the north against the walls.
It is essential to treat any existing mold first. Wash the pan with a fungicidal wash, following the manufacturer's instructions. Bleach can also be used, but can damage surfaces and attention is not required to do so in the skin. Do not brush or vacuum to mold, as is the desire to disrupt the spores. Always dry clean clothes and shampoo carpets.
Redecorate surfaces with a quality fungicidal paint to help reduce recurrent mold.
The only way to reduce condensation is follow three simple steps.
1. Reduce the humidity produced.
2. Isolate
3. Ventilate
There are simple ways to reduce humidity in the house by simply changing our style of life. These tips will make a big difference in the moisture produced in the home.
 • Dryers ventilation (unless I condensing)
 • Dry washing outside. If this is not possible to hang the washing in the bathroom and leave a window open
 • Avoid using portable gas heaters, because they add more moisture in the air
 • Cover pans when cooking.
 • Do not leave a heater to boil water continuously.
If a house is warmer than reduces the likelihood of condensation. Isolation and draughtproofing is the most effective way to help keep your home warm and save money on our heating bills. Home improvements such as secondary or double glazing will reduce heat loss, but you must ensure that windows are fitted with trickle vents. Cavity wall and loft insulation are also effective. Check with your local Council to consider whether the Grants are available, pensioners and low income families often receive large grants. Some companies carry out works in a subsidy program. In very cold climates, low background heating throughout the day will help maintain the structure of the building warm and reduce condensation of moisture on the cold spots. Here are some essential tips for what not to do:
• A Do not draughtproof the kitchen or bathroom
 • No completely block chimneys (always conform to an air brick or grill)
• A Do not obstruct the fans
• A do not cover the eaves ventilators when loft insulation laying
• A Do not forget to loft hatch draughtproof
You can vent their home without it drafts. Here are some tips:
 • If the windows have trickle vents are used. If your windows are Dona't in the cost of fitting them.
 • Leave a space between the back of the furniture and an outside wall. Whenever possible position furniture on the inside walls.
 • Open kitchen and bathroom windows and close the door when in use. If you have an extractor Please use them are very cheap to run. If not, has no exhaust fan in these rooms Consider installing them.
 • If in a room open a small window.
 • If condensation is worse in the attic or roof under the eaves check the fans are not blocked. If not installed some consider appropriate. Some eaves ventilation systems are difficult to see so close inspection is necessary. Always check that a material made of soffit before buying a ceiling fan as some in the older houses are made of asbestos.
If you approach the reduction condensation of the three simple steps that you should find a dramatic difference. If no improvements are made to seek professional advice.
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