A lack of high-quality ventilation can lead to problems in the home. Not only are damp and mould common problems in many houses with poor ventilation, indoor environments can actually be more polluted than outside - and we spend a lot of time in the home.

Different types of damp can affect a property in different ways, and it is important to identify the type of damp you have as soon as possible. There will be different root causes for the different types of damp and various ways of dealing with them.

With heat records being broken across Europe each summer, it looks like hot weather is going to become a new normal. While many of us in colder (and damper) climes may welcome more sun and warmth, we also need to be prepared for hot weather and the risks and changes it brings.

Worried about radon gas levels in your home? Read on to find out some of the simple ways you can reduce your radon exposure.

Summer is undoubtedly the favourite season for many of us, but for those with hay fever, it can soon become a nightmare if the right precautions haven’t taken place. From short to long lasting approaches, there is a hay fever prevention option for everyone – from Vaseline to Ventilation, find what works for you.

The most common causes of mould and mildew are high humidity, condensation and water leaks (which are often hidden). Mould can be caused by poor ventilation, leaks and excess moisture in the air, which causes condensation.

Damp and mould can be harmful to your health and for students living in privately rented accommodation, they can find themselves readily exposed to it. It’s important to check your accommodation for damp and mould and to understand the implications it can have for your health and well-being. It’s also important to understand the steps you can take to prevent and to remedy damp and mould in your student accommodation.

Our homes can produce many types of pollutants and impurities, many of which can be extracted using a kitchen extractor fan.

A reported 70% of damp problems in the home are caused by condensation. The condensation appears in your property due to a lack of balance between heating and ventilation, resulting in a rise in relative humidity levels indoors.