Today’s photo is from one of our condensationspecialists in the Manchester area and shows that condensation is not just a problem associated with older buildings. This relatively new building has a clear case of condensation as can be seen by the excess moisture on the windows. Traditionally housing up until the late part of the twentieth century had high levels of natural ventilation as home insulation levels were quite low. The problem with modern housing is that they have effectively become sealed boxes, keeping any moisture trapped within the house and providing the ideal conditions for condensation to thrive. Ways we reduce ventilation include double glazing, draught excluders, fitted carpets and the removal of traditional open fire places. Our modern lifestyles also mean that many properties remain unoccupied and unheated for the majority of the day, thus allowing the fabric of the building to cool. It is then in short concentrated times (morning and evening) that activities that cause condensation take place when the structure is relatively cool and the building is still in the process of warming up. If left unchecked the condensation can lead to other dampness issues and issues with mould growth.
Condensation in a new build property
What is condensation ?
Condensation occurs when warm moist air comes into contact with cooler air.
What causes condensation?
Moisture in the air is caused by normal everyday activities – such as breathing, cooking, washing,washing and drying clothing and heating. All things that you can not avoid doing!
How can I cure condensation?
There is no cure for condensation, but there are ways to help control the levels of condensation in the property. Further advice can be found within our condensation controlsection of this website. We also have a range of dehumidification and ventilation products designed to help control condensation.
Timberwise Property Care Shop – helping you control condensation
To help you control condensation with are able to offer you a range of ventilation and dehumidification products. From our range of Envirowisekitchen and bathroom fans through to our positive pressure systems we are sure to have a ventilation solution to help with your condensation problem. Through our Property Care Shop we have a range of dehumidifiers that you can purchase securely on-line. From small dehumidifiers designed for wardrobes and small areas through to larger units capable of removing 20 litres a day there is something to suit all budgets.
Need further condensation help and advice?
To arrange a survey of the property by one of our condensation specialists simply call 0800 288 8660 or complete the on-line condensation survey request form.
With October not too far away the age old problem of condensation will be back with a vengeance causing dampness and misery for homeowners. Condensation traditionally occurs during colder weather, regardless of whether it is raining or dry. It tends to appear on cold surfaces and places where there is little or no movement of air – for example in the corners of rooms, near windows or behind cupboards and wardrobes.
It’s the time of year when thousands of people wake up to windows looking like the scene below. Condensation occurs when moist air come into contact with air or a surface that is at a lower temperature. This is generally seen when warm air in living areas in homes penetrates to the cooler parts of the property. Condensation can lead to other problems in the home such as black spot mould which in turn can lead to health problems such as asthma.
Condensation help is at hand!
The specialist Air Quality team at Timberwise, Envirowise, can help with your condensation problems. With our range of positive pressure systems it’s never been easier to control condensation without losing heat within the home. Our range of positive pressure units are designed with the end user in mind – simple to use and very effective! We also have a range of kitchen and bathroom fansfrom our Energysaver range – economical to run and packed with state of the art technology to help control condensation and air quality in the home. We also have a range of dehumidifiers to help remove the moisture and help stop the condensation as well. With a full range available there’s sure to be one that suits your property and budget.
For properties that have blackspot mould as a result of condensation we have availabe a condensation mould kit. Designed to kill the mould spores and prevent the mould coming back. The condensation mould kits are easy to apply and can be purchased in our on-line shop.
Timberwise can also provide a condensation consultation in your property. Here our condensation specialist will be able to identify the causes of the condensation in your property and recommend a condensation solution to help. To arrange a condensation consultation click here.
To solve your condensation problems there really is only one name you need to know! Trust the condensation experts trust Timberwise.
For more great advice on property care issues we now have our very own channel on YouTube. Our YouTube channel, Property Care Experts, features videos giving advice on topics ranging from condensation control through to woodworm and much more.
It’s that time of year again when condensation rears it’s ugly head in properties! The modern menace of condensation can strike anywhere! From the tell tale signs of condensation on windows to the musty smell of hidden black spot mould behind a wardrobe it can sneak up on home owners without any notice. To help people with condensation problems and people searching for condensation cures we have put together a Timberwise Property Focus Podcast that looks at the causes of condensation and how we can help control condensation in properties. Calling on our many years of expertise with condensation and damp problems we are able to offer a full range of condensation solutions to help cure your condensation problem. From increasing airflow with our range of ventilation products through to positive pressure units, mould eradication kits and helpful advice we can help cure your condensation issue.
If you have a condensation problem and need help finding the best way to control the condensation in your property help is only a call or click away! To arrange for a condensation consultaion from one of our Air Quality experts simply complete our on-line condensation survey request form or call 0800 288 8660
