The secret signs that help you detect damp in your home
Damp in your home can be more than just an inconvenience, it can create mould. Aside from making your clothes, linen and even your hair smell, it can have serious health ramifications. For people who suffer from respiratory conditions and allergies, it can add further struggle.
The sooner you detect damp in your home the easier it is to evict, preventing mould damage spreading and becoming an unrelenting burden. With treatment and careful management using ventilation, heat, proofing and maintenance, you can start reclaiming your comfortable, dry sanctuary.
But what are the hidden signs that you should be looking for?
Detecting damp: The tell-tale signs to help you
- Smell – Normally this is the first thing you will notice and it is easy for you to ignore. It is worth investigating further if you notice a damp smell, even if you believe it’s blocked waste pipes.
- Condensation – Rotten wood or mouldy sealant around window casing and on window sills are a sign that condensation is causing excess moisture around windows. Opening your windows or leaving it open slightly during the day can help circulate the area. This can help rid any issues but has to be done in the early stages.
- Rust – Screws and nails used for fixing skirting are another give away that your property is affected by rising damp if they have gone rusty.
- Exterior – Salt patches may be visible for the exterior of your property, especially where the damp is an issue. Also, mortar crumbling away from the property is another sign that there is a problem afoot. In extreme cases, there might be noticeable tide marks indicating a problem.
What to do if you detect damp in your home
Identifying what the cause is, is the first protocol when remediating the problem. Leaking pipes, rising damp from the ground below or even condensation through lack of ventilation can cause damp.
Rainbow Derbyshire’s damp remediation experts can help you identify the cause of damp in your home. Recommending the best approach to dry the property and helping you to stop the damp recurring in the future.
Rainbow has a wide range of dehumidifiers and air movers that can be recommended the one that suits your needs.
Contact Rainbow Derbyshire on 01623 443109 or [email protected].