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Is mould getting you down? Send us a message to see how we can help YOU 🦠
27/02/2025

Is mould getting you down? Send us a message to see how we can help YOU 🦠

Mould found behind a wardrobe, if you have this problem send us a message and find out how we can help you 🦠
26/02/2025

Mould found behind a wardrobe, if you have this problem send us a message and find out how we can help you 🦠

On average in Britain we experience 12 rainy days a month.Drying clothes becomes a problem when it’s wet outside, follow...
25/02/2025

On average in Britain we experience 12 rainy days a month.

Drying clothes becomes a problem when it’s wet outside, follow our tips to reduce the impact wet washing drying in side your home has on mould growth.

To dry washing indoors, you can use an airer, dehumidifier, or drying rack. You can also try these tips to help your clothes dry faster and prevent mold and damp.

Use an airer

An electric clothes airer can help dry clothes faster than an unheated airer.

Hang clothes neatly, pulling out sleeves, trousers, and socks.

Space clothes out at least an inch apart.

Turn clothes over after a few hours.

Use a dehumidifier

A dehumidifier removes excess moisture from the air, which can help prevent mold and damp.

Some dehumidifiers even have a laundry-drying function.

Use a drying rack

A drying rack helps spread out clothes so air can circulate around them.

Improve airflow

Position clothes near an open window or use a fan to circulate air.

Avoid drying clothes on radiators, which can create condensation and lead to mold and rust.

Use fabric conditioner

Fabric conditioner can help prevent damp odors and make clothes softer.

24/02/2025

Does wet washing cause mould?

A question we get asked regularly, well here is the truth about the matter:

Yes, drying wet clothes indoors can cause mold growth. This can lead to health issues, structural damage, and musty smells.

How does wet washing cause mold?

Moisture: Wet clothes release moisture into the air as they dry. This moisture can condense on cold surfaces like walls, mirrors, and windows.

Poor ventilation: Without adequate ventilation, the excess moisture can't escape.

Mold growth: The moisture creates ideal conditions for mold growth. Mold can appear as black or green patches on walls.

Health risks

Mold can trigger asthma attacks for people who are sensitive to dust and mold spores.

Damp and mold can contribute to respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies, or asthma.

Damp and mold can affect the immune system, especially for the very young and the elderly.

How to prevent mold

Use a dehumidifier or moisture catcher to reduce humidity and moisture.

Make sure the room is well ventilated.
Use the highest spin cycle setting on your washing machine to wring out excess water.

Roll clothes in a towel to soak up excess water before hanging them up.

According to the Energy Saving Trust, a typical uninsulated loft can lose up to 25% of a home's heat, making it one of t...
23/02/2025

According to the Energy Saving Trust, a typical uninsulated loft can lose up to 25% of a home's heat, making it one of the largest areas of heat loss in a house.

Key points about loft heat loss:

Significant proportion: A quarter of a home's heat can be lost through an uninsulated roof space.

Importance of insulation: Properly installed loft insulation can significantly reduce heat loss and lower energy bills.

Heat rising principle: Because hot air rises, the roof is a major area for heat escape.

Inadequate loft insulation is a contributing factor to damp on ceilings

If you need your loft insulation inspecting or upgrading please send us a message.

23/02/2025

Damp can cause a number of health problems, including respiratory issues, skin conditions, and allergic reactions.

Respiratory issues

Asthma: Damp can make asthma symptoms worse, causing more frequent or severe attacks

Shortness of breath: Damp can reduce lung function, leading to chronic health problems

Coughing: Damp can cause coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath

Lung infections: Damp can make it easier for bacteria and fungi to grow, which can cause lung infections

Skin conditions

Eczema: Damp can irritate skin conditions like eczema

Dermatitis: Damp can aggravate dermatitis

Allergic reactions

Sneezing: Damp and mold can cause sneezing

Itchy nose and throat: Damp and mold can cause an itchy nose and throat
Other health problems

Reduced immune system: Damp and mold can negatively affect the immune system

Infection: Touching mold spores can cause infection

Who's at risk?

Children, the elderly, and people with pre-existing respiratory conditions are more likely to experience health problems from damp. People with weakened immune systems should also avoid damp and mold.

How to prevent

To minimize the risk of health problems, address damp in buildings as soon as possible.

23/02/2025

Dampness is a slight wetness that can cause mold and mildew growth, which can be harmful to health.

Causes

Condensation: The most common cause of dampness, especially in colder rooms. It occurs when warm, moist air comes into contact with cold surfaces.

Rising damp: Moisture from wet ground rises up through foundation walls.

Penetrating damp: A type of damp that can occur in buildings.

Defective plumbing: A cause of dampness in buildings.

Effects

Dampness can damage building materials, such as walls, floors, ceilings, and foundations.

Dampness can damage home furnishings and belongings, such as carpets, curtains, wallpaper, furniture, and clothing.

Dampness can cause paint peeling and cracks.

Dampness can damage the structure of a house.

Prevention

To prevent dampness, keep living spaces well-ventilated.

Poor insulation can contribute to condensation by causing surfaces to become very cold.

Damp can form quickly in bad weather, especially if there is an issue with the exterior of the building.

Is your home suffering from Damp or Mould? ✅ Let DampGO complete a free survey if you suspect you are. ✅ To check if you...
22/02/2025

Is your home suffering from Damp or Mould? ✅

Let DampGO complete a free survey if you suspect you are. ✅

To check if your home is experiencing damp, look for signs like: a musty smell, visible mould growth on walls or ceilings, peeling wallpaper, discolored patches on plaster, wet or damp walls, rotting skirting boards, excessive condensation on windows, or water stains on ceilings; if you notice any of these, it could indicate a damp problem in your home and further investigation is needed.

We can complete a Free Damp survey to put your mind at rest or uncover any problems and offer the relevant solutions.

We cover Coventry and all surrounding areas ✅

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