Six ventilation units donated to help young people at Treetops Hospice in Risley, Derbyshire, which featured on BBC One’s ‘DIY SOS: The Big Build for Children in Need.

Damp is a common problem that can affect many rented properties. In this article, we will explain the causes of damp, and how to prevent it effectively.

Learn more about the different types of damp you might find in your home and the steps you can take to prevent them.

Condensation occurs when warm air collides with cold surfaces, or when there's too much humidity in your home and creates water, water which collects as droplets on a cold surface when humid air is in contact with it. There are also several easy steps you can take to reduce moisture in the home and minimise the risk of condensation.

Stop damp from becoming an issue in your home. Read our guide to the steps you can take to prevent damp around your house.

Damp is not only an unpleasant and unsightly problem in your home, but it can also have serious effects on your health. Read more about how to avoid them.

Condensation around windows is caused by excessive moisture in the house, and it often occurs in the winter when the warm air inside the house condenses on the cold windows. Knowing which type of damp problem you have, and the solutions available to tackle it, can stamp it out for good. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to banish condensation and damp from your home this winter.

Overnight condensation is a key symptom that your house has a condensation problem, and unless it’s addressed you may find yourself struggling with damp, peeling wallpaper, damaged furniture and mould.

Finding mould in your home can be worrying, and it is important to deal with it quickly to avoid the health effects of mould from developing.