Ventilation systems manufacturer EnviroVent, based at Hornbeam Business Park, is celebrating the news that its planning application for new premises on a 75,000 sq. ft. business park at Burley Bank Road in Harrogate, has been approved.

Damp can come in multiple forms and is one of the most common problems to affect homes in the UK – around 1 in 5 properties suffer from damp issues.

It is a worrying statistic for homeowners that 1 in 5 UK homes has problems with damp and knowing what to do to prevent long term damage to your health or property is essential.

Ventilation systems are designed to improve the flow of air through a building to ensure that it is fresh and pleasant to breathe, but good ventilation also has many health benefits – both direct and indirect

Understanding the type of damp you have in your property is the first step to treating it and preventing it coming back in the future.

Find out more about Mechanical Extract Ventilation including information about what type of home it is right for.

During the process of buying a house, the mention of damp can be scary and is something that may put you off purchasing a home that you otherwise like.

The steam released during a bath or shower will form condensation that can, contribute to the build up of damp and even mould on your walls.

The extractor fan in your bathroom or kitchen is one of the most important ways in which you can protect your home from condensation and the damp that it can cause.

Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive gas which is formed by the radioactive decay of the small amounts of uranium that occur naturally in all rocks and soils.

While different types of damp might appear similar in your home, it is vital to be able to tell the difference between them if you want to remove the problem.

Many homeowners may not be aware that their area is affected by radon and whether the gas is present in their home.