Are your windows dripping with water droplets and your walls damp and mouldy? Then you have condensation in your home, and you need to act quickly before it causes damage to your home or even your health.
At Environ, as condensation experts we’ve driven condensation damp out of thousands of London homes, and – most importantly – we’ve kept it out. We don’t just treat the symptoms; we investigate and eradicate the causes so that you don’t have to keep fighting a losing battle against condensation problems.
Moist air sitting on your walls, windows, or window sills creates the perfect environment for rot and mould growth to spread. If left untreated, your plaster, wallpaper, windowsills, or window and door frames could become so damaged that they need to be stripped out and replaced.
Even worse are the implications for your health. The NHS warns about the impact of damp and mould on your health, which increases your risk of “respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma.” due to poor indoor air quality.
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Condensation problems can happen when warm air meets a cold surface, which cools the moisture vapour, causing it to solidify into water droplets. This is especially true when warm air cools quickly on surfaces, leading to condensation damp.
The problem is most of this excess moisture is caused by day-to-day life. Cooking, boiling the kettle, having a shower, drying clothes, and even just breathing releases moisture into the air, creating humid air in your home. No one will cut out these necessities, so the only real solution is to increase ventilation, reduce the amount of moisture, or warm cool surfaces. condensation solutions
Because more people are sharing homes in London and people are too security-minded to leave their windows open, condensation is an increasing problem, putting more and more people and properties in danger.
It’s important to bear in mind that condensation is sometimes caused by more serious damp problems such as penetrating, lateral or rising damp. Always have a professional damp survey carried out by a reputable firm so that they can rule out any structural issues that could be allowing moisture to get into your home.
The best course of action for condensation removal depends on the cause, which could be any combination of the following:
The solution may be as simple as opening more windows in the building, but if that still doesn’t create enough airflow or isn’t feasible for security reasons, then you’ll want to have simple air vents installed or more advanced PIV units, which promote airflow and temperature to further reduce condensation.
This likely means you have another damp problem, such as rising damp, lateral damp or penetrating damp. Read our damp causes guides to learn more, as treatments can range from quick and easy jobs, such as fixing a leaky gutter to time consuming and invasive procedures, like replacing plumbing or installing a damp proof course.
There are many reasons that a wall or window may be too cold, such as structural defects like cold bridges or cracks or a lack of insulation in walls or single-glazed glass. If the cause isn’t obvious, heat maps can narrow down the location of the cold, helping us to find the most efficient and cost-effective solution.
A professional full mould removal and chemical cleaning would be advised to eliminate the existing mould in the property, followed by installing the Vent Axia PIV unit, which runs efficiently to circulate clean, dry air around the property and prevent mould/ condensation build up.
The aim of the PIV unit is to install a permanent and cost-effective solution to mould/condensation issues to ensure that you will not have to continue paying for temporary fixes and rather solve the problem at the source.
Please note that mould cleaning will not guarantee that the mould will stay away permanently. The mould clean should be regarded as a great temporary solution to mould/condensation build-up, but if you are looking for a permanent solution, we always strongly recommend installing a PIV (along with the mould clean) to ensure your property remains mould and condensation free.
GOODBased on 185 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Lufi Ditia Prabandari2024-09-21Ricky restored my home after an incident. He was punctual, professional, and thorough. Impressed with his quick work and prevention of damage. Quality exceeded expectations, would hire again. Highly recommended!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.swag banna2024-09-19Ricky had great knowledge and gave exceptional service for my home issue. He was professional and courteous. His attention to detail and explanation of the problem impressed me. Ricky's expertise and friendliness gave me confidence in the work. I highly recommend him for any home maintenance needs. Thank you for a job well done!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Margherita Brichetto2024-07-08Emily has provided excellent customer service throughout this process. We booked a survey for a flat we are purchasing. The purchase has been dragging a bit, so I highlighted how important it was to have the survey and report in the shortest amount possible. My appointment was initially booked for the following week, but I received a call a few hours later to check if I would be available to have it the following day, due to a cancellation. On survey day, we received the report (quite well done, with pictures and quotes) before the end of the working day. Highly recommended company, it was a pleasure working with them.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Zia Ali2024-07-05Environ have been excellent. Friendly, helpful customer service on the phone. Today I had Adam, one of the engineers, proofing/sealing multiple entry points for mice and rodents in my flat. There were many cavities to seal up and Adam meticulously assessed the property over several hours. He was very respectful, friendly, and diligent. I felt confidence in what he was doing. I recommend this excellent family-ethos company and their professional hard working team.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.marnie serpell2024-06-25Jordan and Cormack were just wonderful . Professional , tidy, explained everything, answered questions and explained even more, punctual . Could not have asked for nicer people to help me sort this mess out and I really hope they will be here for the sequel , coming soon to a drain near me! Really great team . Thank you so much..mTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Cabinet Oblique2024-05-23Excellent service and excellent team, very knowledgeable. We will use them again for sure. Thanks all.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sallie Redman2024-05-10We were pleased. They dealt with mould issues promptly and professionally. The tradesmen were helpful and booking was easy and straightforward.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Indy West2024-04-27Great to work with! We're very happy with the repairs we had done to both the facia of our apartment and the interior - Louie in particular was brilliant. Thanks, Environ!
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