Help & Advice

Winter Home Ventilation Guide — How to Keep Your Home Fresh Without Losing All Your Heat

Damp Proofing vs Ventilation — Which Does Your Home Actually Need?

How to Stop Mould Coming Back — Treating the Cause Not Just the Surface

How to Reduce Condensation in Your Home This Autumn and Winter

Why Mould Grows in Autumn and Winter — The Science Behind Seasonal Damp in Plain English

Is mould making me ill: health symptoms, risks and what to do

Mould in the home can cause and worsen respiratory conditions, particularly in children, elderly people and those with asthma or weakened immune sy...

My landlord isn't fixing damp: what are my rights in England and Wales?

Landlords in England and Wales have legal obligations to address damp and mould. This guide explains what the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) ...

Mould keeps coming back after cleaning: why it happens and how to stop it

Recurring mould means either the spore load in the surface wasn’t removed, the moisture source hasn’t been fixed, or the affected material needs re...

Damp patch on wall or ceiling: causes, who's responsible and what to do

A damp patch on a wall or ceiling needs identifying before it can be fixed. This guide explains the main causes of damp in UK homes, what the law r...

Black mould on walls: what it is, whether it's dangerous and what to do

Black mould in the home is common, can be a genuine health risk, and your rights depend on whether you rent or own. This guide explains what black ...

Condensation mould vs penetrating damp: how to tell the difference and why it matters

Condensation damp and penetrating damp have different causes, different solutions, and different legal implications for who is responsible. This gu...