Condensation and Damp
Condensation and Damp gets confused when mould is found growing on walls and surfaces in buildings. With buildings becoming more air tight and with double glazing coupled to central heating, the incidence of illness through the effects of condensation is dramatically increasing. The health dangers of mould from condensation, affecting people and especially the elderly and young children are not well known by homeowners.

Mould growth will appear on any damp surfaces such as plaster, wallpaper, timber and can be associated with condensation problems in many buildings - however it can also be caused by flooding and the escape of water; leading to unacceptable odours and appearance and the possibility of health concerns such as serious respiratory problems, and the aggrevating of Asthma.

Case Study - Damp and Fungal Growth
One instance, involved a traditional 1930's bungalow in a residential area. In December 2009 fungal growth appeared, rendering the premises uninhabitable as the residents became ill. An initial survey conducted by Consulting Surveyors conlucded that the sudden appearence of fungal growth was directly linked to a change in moisture cotent in the building, resulting from flood or the escape of water.

Our contractors undertook the following remedial work:

• Replaced damaged surface warer pipes from adjoining property
• Removed external render above the damp and fitted a bell end weather dip
• Installed an ACO Drainage channel along one side under the weather dip
• Treated the affected areas with an anti-fungus solution
• Replastered these areas using lime light breatheable plaster
• Installed ventilation grills and extractor fans
• Redecorated both the external render and internal walls

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