Condensation happens when the air gets colder and it cannot hold all the moisture. Tiny drops of water appear and if this happens on a regular basis it can cause condensation in your home, leaving black or green mould growth on walls and furniture.
It is important to provide sufficient ventilation to allow moisture generated by daily living to escape.
Here are a few tips to stop condensation from damaging your home:
Make sure your home is heated – Keeping your home warm, so the temperature is between 18C and 21C, will help to prevent condensation. We understand with the rising cost of energy bills you might be worried about putting your heating on. If you’re struggling with this, please give us a call on 0300 303 8540, and we’ll put you in touch with our friendly Income Team who’ll be happy to help you with advice and support.
Dry your clothes outside if possible – Drying your clothes outside is one of the best ways to stop mould problems and condensation in your home. We understand that sometimes this isn’t possible so if you’re drying clothes inside make sure you open the windows and use extractor fans if you have them.
Ventilate your home – This will help reduce condensation by making the moist air escape outside.
- Open bedroom windows for 5-10 minutes when you get up.
- Keep a window open or turn your extractor fan on when you are cooking, in the bath or shower.
- Make sure ventilation grills in doors, windows or walls are not closed.
