Have you ever walked past a brick house and noticed bricks with tiny holes near ground level or halfway up the wall, and wondered why they are there and what purpose they serve? These are airbricks,...
When damp patches or mould spores begin to appear on your walls, the first instinct for many homeowners is to research dehumidifiers and order one online. These devices have surged in popularity as a response to...
Many homeowners and occupants struggle with patches of black mould that stubbornly reappear every winter, even after intensive cleaning with bleach or other cleaning products. Often, the culprit is not just moisture from daily activities, but...
Managing moisture levels in your home is the best approach to managing condensation. This includes how you dry your washing to how you use extractor fans. We have some top tips on the best ways you...
Are Damp Proof Paints effective? You may think that damp proof paints are a ‘wonder’ product protecting your home from all types of damp, however it is a bit more complicated than that. Before considering using...
Black mould in the bathroom is a common problem that can be both unsightly and have health implications, particularly for those with increased vulnerability such as the immuno-suppressed, infants, and the elderly. It thrives in damp...
Mould is a common problem for many properties across the UK with around 2 million people living in homes with significant damp or mould in England alone, and can often be effectively removed using common household...
To help understand why you may be getting mould appearing in your bedroom it is worth explaining first what causes mould to grow. Mould spores are in the air around us (both inside and out), and...
New Government guidance has been published to ensure that families up and down the country who rent their property have the right to a warm, secure and decent home and to be treated with dignity and...
Social housing plays a crucial role in providing affordable, secure and safe homes for individuals and families across the UK. The quality and sustainability of this sector of housing has been under close scrutiny in recent...