Damp and Mould

Damp and mould are caused by excess moisture. Virtually all building materials contain moisture, even when ‘dry’ to the touch.

What is damp?

Moisture generated inside cools and condenses onto cooler parts of the building.

Water rising from the ground into the wall of a building.

Water travelling through walls, ceilings, or windows due to structural defects.

which cannot remove excess moisture generated from normal occupant activities

outside walls of properties not retaining heat

that lead to irregular heating

such as leaking pipes, blocked gutters, or roofs, faulty or old damp proof course, or flood damage

which occurs where relative humidity is above 70%

with high occupant density (people, pets and plants) in a room

People with a pre-existing health condition (e.g., allergies, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular or lung disease, cystic fibrosis), who are at higher risk of developing fungal infections.
People with disabilities, who are more likely to live in cold or damp homes.
People with poor mental health.
Pregnant women, their unborn babies and women in post-partum, who may have weakened immune systems.
Young people, who are at risk of developing or worsening mental health issues, including anxiety and depression, especially those left without enough post-social care support.
Older people (generally those over 60), especially those who are living with a disability or poor access to healthcare services.

Click below to find some low impact ways you can use to help to reduce damp and mould in your property.