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4 Health Effects from Black Mould
Black mould in a home is more than just a visual problem; it’s a real health hazard to residents. While mould can develop for many reasons, the most common cause is excess moisture in the air, which leads to condensation and eventually turns into mould growth around...
Preparing for Mould Season: The Ultimate Guide
As September arrives, temperatures drop, daylight shortens, and homes begin to feel the chill. That means mould season is just around the corner. Are your teams prepared, or are you already facing a backlog of condensation cases? In this guide, we share practical ways...
The Rise of IoT Monitors: How UK Housing Providers are Reaping the Rewards
The UK social housing sector is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, spurred on by tighter budgets and stricter legislative demands. To navigate these challenges, housing providers are increasingly turning to technology to keep their properties and residents...
Why Ventilation Servicing is a Housing Provider’s Best Defence Against Mould
For social housing providers, the summer months bring a welcome respite from the influx of damp and mould complaints. As residents open windows and warmer air naturally reduces internal condensation, it can be tempting to move ventilation maintenance down the priority...
Servicing Season: Fighting Moisture and Mould Proactively
Much attention is given to treating mould and moisture, but these issues often stem from poor ventilation. This article shifts focus from reacting in winter to proactively maintaining homes in quieter months. Social landlords and property managers can transform damp...
Ventilation Solutions Compared: Dehumidifier vs Extractor Fan vs PIV – Which is Most Cost-Effective for Mould?
Good ventilation is important when dealing with mould because it allows condensation and humidity to escape before it settles on cold surfaces and turns into mould. In this blog, we’ll look at the three most common ways to ventilate your home and fight mould: using a...
How to Reduce Radon Gas in UK Homes
Radon is an invisible a naturally occurring radioactive gas that affects thousands of UK homes every year it seeps into homes from the ground and can build up inside buildings. Long-term exposure to high levels of radon significantly increases the risk of lung cancer....
What is a Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) System and How Does It Improve Indoor Air Quality
Poor indoor air quality is a common challenge in the UK’s social housing stock, particularly mould, dust, pollen and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These issues can negatively impact residents’ health and cause discomfort. Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) offers...
Mould in Social Housing: Health Risks, Causes & How to Remove It Safely
Mould in social housing signals more than superficial issues. It often reveals hidden moisture problems that can affect health and property. In the UK's damp climate, many residents face ongoing mould problems, often caused by condensation, poor ventilation, or...
Preventing Condensation and Mould in Social Housing: Causes, Risks, and Solutions
This guide gives an overview of why condensation occurs in social housing, how it leads to mould, what Awaab’s Law requires from landlords, and covers solutions to prevent future mould & condensation issues. Condensation is a common part of daily life in homes,...