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It’s time to clean up after the Christmas party!

After all the sparkle and tinsel has been taken down and the magic of Christmas has been put away for another year, it’s time to clean up after the party. Whether this involves sprucing up the home or a few lifestyle changes such as deciding to detox or spending more time with loved ones.

Condensation damp – a common problem in UK homes

Condensation damp is probably the most common type of damp found in the home. And whilst structural damp problems and rising damp are not good news, condensation damp is pretty grim too! Left untreated, condensation is followed by black mould, not an attractive look and most annoying if you have recently decorated.

If someone has an asthma attack would you know what to do?

Around 5.4 million people in the UK suffer from asthma; this means that 1 in 5 households are affected by this. Whilst we do not know for certain what the main cause of asthma is, we can identify its triggers and do what we can when someone who suffers from asthma has an attack.

C is for condensation and M is for mould

Waking up to streaming windows is depressing, especially when it’s wet outside. It makes curtains and blinds feel all cold and damp, in some instances they may actually be wet from the condensation, it all adds to the misery of a cold dismal morning.

Be prepared this Christmas, banish condensation and mould for good!

The organised few will have already started preparing for Christmas, presents will have been bought and cards may already have been written! In the run up to the festive season, many householders will be sprucing up their homes ready to welcome relatives and friends in time for Christmas.

Reduce the risk of radon exposure

According to the National Radiological Protection Board (NRPB), health studies have linked exposure to Radon to the increased risk of lung cancer.

Tackling fuel poverty with single room heat recovery

For many households who are struggling on a daily basis to make ends meet, this winter could be a harsh one. Last month, British Gas confirmed that energy prices may rise in the last quarter of 2013, and with many people delaying switching on the heating until it is absolutely necessary – it’s not good news!

How Mr Venty can improve your health and your home

The other day a well known radio presenter recommended a homemade remedy for a minor cut or abrasion. As long as it was applied as soon as possible it was guaranteed to work.  The suggestion was quickly denounced by a doctor who phoned in to set the matter straight.

The energiSava 380, a whole house heat recovery system

EnviroVent's Extract Fan Scrappage Scheme

If you are thinking of sprucing up your home this summer, especially if it’s the bathroom, en-suite or kitchen, EnviroVent’s Extract Fan Scrappage Scheme could be right up you street.