John Moss, Sales Director – Home at EnviroVent, looks at how good ventilation in homes is more important than ever.

Most of us assume that with regular cleaning and keeping our homes tidy that automatically makes them a healthy environment. Unfortunately, that is wrong, there are numerous activities and habits that will contribute to the build-up of germs and unhealthy particles that can be causing headaches, asthma and dermatological conditions. So, what are these mistakes and how can we stop making them?

EnviroVent, the Harrogate-based manufacturer of ventilation solutions, is celebrating winning the prestigious ‘Innovative Product’ accolade at the Building Communities Awards 2020 for its ATMOS^® ventilation system.

If you ask most people what they want to do on a Friday night it’s seldom deep clean the kitchen. However, studies have shown that having a tidy home means you really do have a tidier and clearer mindset and of course cleanliness protects us against picking up germs and mould. So how can you keep on top of those dreaded chores and maintain a tidy home?

Unfortunately it is hard to escape the current epidemic gripping the world, as we are all at risk and worried as rightly so. COVID-19 is the infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus, but an emerging surprising effect is it's impact on air pollution.

It’s no surprise that cleaning products contain toxic chemicals – they have to in order to do what we expect such as unclogging a drain. Cleaning products are everywhere including furniture, dishes, clothes, windows and even the air. They help us fight against germs and dirt but can actually make things worse. So how damaging are your cleaning products to your health?

An effective ventilation system is an essential part of any home or business premises. Ventilation refers to any system that allows air to flow and move between the inside and outside of a property, providing fresh air for the occupants.

2019 saw a big year of change and this didn’t escape the rental market, amendments in legislation now mean more risks for landlords. The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act that came into force in March 2019, if landlords are found in breach of this act, then they can be taken to court and even prosecuted. 2020 could see further changes to these legislations so be aware! However, in light of the most recent changes we’ve put together 20 tips for 2020.

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is the air quality within and around buildings and structures. Poor indoor air quality has been linked to sick building syndrome, asthma, headaches, reduced productivity and impaired learning in schools. Therefore, the effect of not having good indoor air quality in the home is dramatic but what are the major indoor air pollutants?

Being a landlord holds many responsibilities; gas and fire safety, ensuring efficient water facilities and responding to any issues that surround these responsibilities, such as call-outs and repairs. However, one factor which may not be high on the radar is radon gas. Unfortunately, radon gas still remains a mystery to most but it certainly doesn’t make it any less dangerous.

Mould grows when there is excess moisture in a property that has nowhere to escape and builds up into damp and then allows mould to grow. Mould grows best in damp and poorly ventilated areas and reproduces by making spores. In this article we explore the best methods of killing mould.

Blossom Street in Manchester is the latest phase of town houses and apartments to benefit from EnviroVent MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery) systems.