5 Crucial Reasons to Immediately Deal with Condensation in the Home

It is amazing just how many homeowners discover condensation and simply wipe it away and put it to one side. Then, surprisingly enough, they encounter the same thing time and time again. Condensation is caused when warm air, full of moisture, lands on a cool surface like a wall or window and turns into water. This is going to lead to big issues if not corrected, which includes damp that any property owner needs to avoid.

The first course of action that they should take is to get in touch with a condensation specialist, like our teams at London Damp Proofing. We have the equipment to find the cause of such issues and can then put it right, which can save lots of grief going forward. Those who ignore the situation will quickly see the signs of the moisture causing visible damage, while it can also get to work out of sight with serious implications. Here are 5 crucial reasons to do something about it as soon as possible.

1. What might seem like an aesthetic issue when plaster, paint, or wallpaper start to show signs of damp caused by the condensation is much more serious than that. Once the moisture gets into wood, it can lead to it starting to rot and warp. This can have serious consequences for the whole structure and lead to danger. Having its structural integrity breached can cost a lot of money to put right, which would be saved by making a simple phone call.
2. Our team of experts would arrange a visit to deliver a rapid diagnosis and be able to deliver an estimate while on site. They would likely carry out a condensation survey there and then to put your mind at ease, especially if there are signs of mildew and mould growth. Apart from being unsightly, they can have health implications, especially for anyone with a respiratory condition, not to mention the horrible, musty smell that they fill the air with.
3. You don’t have to have a pre-existing respiratory condition to suffer discomfort and health issues once mould and mildew are left to thrive, as those with allergies might feel skin discomfort. Once they are inhaled, the problems begin, which is why it is essential to call out the professionals as soon as condensation becomes apparent.
4. There are several condensation solutions available that we can implement or advise upon, which include having better ventilation in the home and opening windows whenever possible, as well as drying clothes outside. Living somewhere damp and stuffy also makes living in the home uncomfortable.
5. Why invest in a property and then see its value fall? That’s exactly what happens when condensation is allowed to create havoc, especially for those who may be looking to sell and can’t ask the price that they want.

Condensation can lead to large-scale problems for a homeowner, which is why we advise that you give us a call on 020 7593 8030 so that we can resolve the issue for you.