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Category: Condensation

23 March 2026

Causes of Damp on Chimney Breast and How to Treat Them

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
A brick chimney stack with visible vegetation and weeds growing from the masonry joints, used as an illustrative example of the causes of damp on a chimney breast.
Damp patches forming on a chimney breast can cause persistent frustration for homeowners, often appearing, darkening, or disappearing with no apparent pattern. These patches can be particularly baffling because they appear to occur randomly, regardless of...
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20 February 2026

Interstitial Condensation Explained: The Hidden Threat to Your Property

Written by Josh Dixon
Property ceiling with numerous mould stains, water damage and recessed lights. Sign of condensation forming inside a property
While many occupants are familiar with the sight of steamed-up bathroom mirrors or black mould forming on grouting, there are other ways condensation can form in properties.  Condensation occurs when warm, humid air condenses into liquid...
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26 January 2026

Blocked Airbricks: The Hidden Cause of Damp and Timber Decay

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
A rusty metal vent is set into the base of a red brick wall, surrounded by gravel, small rocks, soil, and dry twigs.
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,...
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23 January 2026

Do Dehumidifiers Get Rid of Damp? The Quick Fix vs. The Permanent Solution

Written by Josh Dixon
Black mold spots spreading on a white wall beside a window, with a stained curtain hanging over a wooden floor.
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...
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23 January 2026

Cold Bridging Explained: The Hidden Cause of Persistent Mould and Heat Loss

Written by Josh Dixon
Damp patches and mould staining on a kitchen ceiling caused by condensation and poor ventilation.
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...
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14 May 2025

10 Ways to manage Condensation in the home

Written by Josh Dixon
Condensation on window sill causing damp
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...
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28 February 2025

Black Mould in the Bathroom: Causes, Effects, and Solutions

Written by Josh Dixon
mould on bathroom ceiling
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...
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02 September 2024

How to Stop Condensation in Your Kitchen

Written by Nicholas Donnithornne
Kitchen Condensation
Condensation in the kitchen is a common issue due to activities like cooking, washing up, and boiling water. If not addressed, it can lead to dampness and even mould growth. Understanding the causes of condensation and...
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24 October 2023

Wanting lower energy bills this Autumn and Winter?

Written by admin
Electric power meter with British currency
Autumn and Winter can be quite an expensive time of year, not only is Christmas on the horizon but with the temperatures dramatically cooling down outside, our energy bills tend to go up too. Peter Cox...
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21 September 2023

New Government Guidance on Damp in the Home

Written by Jake Ryan
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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...
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