Dewpoint Professional


 


Our independent mould and damp inspection is to identify the underlying cause and establish the severity of mould in all the internal areas of your property.

If left untreated, mould and damp can cause serious health problems and damage to the structure of the building.  Identifying the cause of mould in your home can save you hundreds of pounds. Without this knowledge, the recurring growth and development of mould in various areas can become an expensive issue to address each winter. By determining the root cause, you can prevent mould from returning.

Our experienced dewpoint professional technicians, with rigorous testing and detection protocols using special equipment to detect any mould, condensation, dampness, humidity and moisture defects that could be the cause of the mould growth.

  •  Thermal imaging camera, which will detect any cold spots, thermal bridging, damp and any insulation issues.
  •  Pro-digital Hygrometer measuring the dewpoint, temperature and the Relative Humidity levels. 
  •  Air-quality particle measuring the PM10 airborne spore count.
  •  Damp meter measuring any surface moisture levels.
  • Pro-Anemometer, to check if there is sufficient moisture extraction, measuring the bathroom and kitchen extraction flow rate.
  • We use LED 2000L torch to look over surfaces which will pick up any minute tiny spores which normally can't be seen. 
  • We will test any surface using our special solution on any dark or coloured spots or marks to identify if they are mould spores. 

Our comprehensive investigation will determine the presence of any moulds, exposure levels and potential root causes.
Once the inspections are complete we will send you an email or WhatsApp a pdf written and photographic report with our findings and make any detailed recommendations for any remediation you may wish to carry out.

Please contact us for a quote and dates.

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Mould and damp are common problems in many homes, and they can be caused by a variety of factors such as poor ventilation, leaks or high relative humidity (RH) levels. These problems can not only damage a building but can also have negative effects on a person’s health.
For that reason, it is crucial to Know how to identify the signs of mould so immediate action can be taken, hopefully, to prevent damage to the home and, more importantly, the occupant’s health.
The first and most obvious sign of mould is any visible mould or musty odour. If a persistent musty odour lingers in the property, it is likely that there is mould growing somewhere. Discoloured spots on walls or ceilings are a common sign of mould, and these spots can be black, green or brown.
Damp, on the other hand, can be identified by peeling wallpaper or blistering paint. This is because the moisture from the dampness causes the adhesive to weaken underneath, resulting in peeling or blistering. This is not only the case inside the home, but outside, too. Wet patches on internal walls are also a clear sign of damp, sometimes causing the paint to become slightly powdery to the touch.
The presence of mould in the property can have a serious adverse effect on people’s health, that much is known. This is especially true for those with underlying respiratory issues. Mould spores trigger asthma attacks and cause allergic reactions, while dampness can lead to the growth of bacteria and viruses that can cause respiratory infections.
insufficient ventilation is one of the most common causes of mould and damp. When there is not enough air circulating in a room, moisture can build up, relative humidity (RH) elevates above 60% over a period of time can lead to the growth of mould. This can be caused by a lack of windows or blocked air vents. To prevent this from happening, it is important to ensure that there is adequate ventilation in all rooms. This can be achieved by opening the windows daily, installing air vents, or using a dehumidifier.

Once the reasons and the cause of the mould growth has been established by our inspectors. we can supply some written information to the occupants about ventilation, condensation and relative humidity while we are at the property. This should help going forward to stop further mould from reappearing. Normal Relative humidity should be between 40% & 60%. 

We do not take any surface or airborne mould samples for a Laboratory Mould Analysis, this can been very costly for you and very time consuming, finding out which species of mould spore that has affected your property will not help why the mould has appeared. All mould spores are bad for your health. The most important thing is to establish the cause and make any changes to the living habits or any remediation that needs carrying out.        

if it transpires that the tenants are responsible for causing the mould growth, not understanding the affects mould can have, due to insufficient ventilation and condensation. 

The landlord should not liable for any repairs to the property. In cases like this, it’s therefore important to determine whether the mould and damp growth is due to the living habits of the occupants.     


  

 
 
 
 
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