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Prevention
To control condensation that
leads to mould growth it is necessary to
address all the contributing factors -
heating, ventilation, insulation and
lifestyle, and to reduce the production of
water vapour within the dwelling. If mould
growth is discovered it should be addressed
with a degree of urgency, given the possible
health implications. Assessment by a
professional mould company is recommended.
You may need professional help when
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There is
visible mould
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The home is
very damp and moist
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Mould comes
back after repeated cleaning
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A family
member suffers from asthma or
respiratory problems or other health
problems that appear to be aggravated
inside the home
Put a lid on it!
80% of condensation in the
home is formed from the kitchen and bathroom
areas. To prevent condensation build up in
the home you should use lids on your pots
and pans when cooking. This also reduces the
amount of energy needed.
Cold then hot!
When running a bath you can
reduce the amount of moisture being put into
the air by running the cold water for a
minute or so before using the hot. This will
dramatically reduce the amount of
condensation in the home.
General Advice
1. Mould spores are present in all
buildings and can be air or water bourne.
2. Mould requires food and moisture
to grow – food = most surfaces in the
building, moisture = condensation, leaks
etc…
3. 80% of the moisture created in a
property comes from the bathroom and kitchen
areas. These areas tend to be warmer in use
than other spaces within the property. Warm
moist air migrates from the bathroom and
kitchen and condenses in these other rooms.
4. The average person breathes out 2
pints of water vapour per day.
5. A Calor gas heater produces 1
litre of water for every Kilo of gas used.
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