If you are a landlord you will know this cycle of change well, a tenant moves out and the repair and redecoration work begins, then as quickly as possible a new tenant is in – only for a few months or years down the line they move out and once more the repair work starts again. But is there a way of putting a stop to this cycle of disrepair?

It is important to be able to tell the difference between damp and condensation, whilst damp can be caused by condensation it can also be caused by rainwater seeping in, a problem with plumbing or an issue with drainage. Easily confused, rising damp and condensation are both things which you might find in your home. However, while one can be relatively easily remedied before too much harm is caused, the other will need more time and investment to banish it from your home.

When weighing up the correct ventilation systems for your home, you might wish to consider the advantage of a positive input ventilation system. This can help to circulate air around your home, helping to prevent problems such as damp, mould, and condensation, while also providing fresh air and scattering the build-up of pollutants.

Black mould has long been the curse of homeowners, appearing not just in bathrooms, but in bedrooms, behind furniture, around windows and even on floors and clothes. Far from just being an aesthetic problem, studies have shown that mould is bad for your health. So can natural cleaners like baking soda actually remove black mould?

Approved Document F outlines requirements on buildings regarding ventilation but does it work in the real world? In this article we explain the outlines of The Building Regulations Approved Document F and it's practical implementations.

There are a wide range of health-related conditions that can arise from exposure to poor indoor air quality. If you are experiencing this, then having your home’s indoor air quality tested could be the start of solving the problem and improving your health.

Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas. EnviroVent has created a quick overview to help explain what you can do to help reduce radon in the home.

Damp is one of those horrifying words that keeps potential homeowners awake at night and rising damp can indeed be a serious problem that can cost you a huge amount to fix. If you’re a first time buyer, you would do well to educate yourself on the tell-tale signs of damp, but it’s also worth bearing in mind that there are things you can do.

In recent years, changes to the law means a tighter crack-down on tenant living conditions, especially in regards to damp and black mould. As a result, numerous solicitors and legal firms are approaching tenants and advising them they can “sue” their landlords and claim compensation for issues such as condensation and mould.