Wise Discover Damp Problems Make Homes Dangerous to Live in

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Wise Discover Damp Problems Make Homes Dangerous to Live in

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Damp problems in Scotland are causing health problems and property problems.

Find out what you can do to help your home and family.

Glasgow, United Kingdom, March 09, 2009 --(PR.com)-- You'd be forgiven for

thinking that people in the Scotland live in relatively good conditions - but

did you know that nearly half of all houses in Scotland have serious damp and

mold problems. Wise Property Care has discovered that the problem is that there

is a real lack of awareness about the problem. A lot of the time damp lurks in

corners that we just don't notice - and often it's hiding inside walls and

structures.

Illnesses caused by Damp Problems

Mould arising from damp problems within walls and structures can cause a scary

range of health problems. Often people suffer from allergies and cold-like

symptoms such as itchy eyes and sneezing. It can be a nightmare for asthma

sufferers and there's even been a study connecting it with causing asthma during

childhood. Damp problems can also cause serious respiratory problems in the long

run. Another recent study even revealed a connection between mold and

depression.

What causes damp problems?

Want to know how damp and mold problems are caused in your house in the first

place? To start with, it's important to state that mould occurs naturally in

small amounts and can be sorted out quite simply. But Les Meikle of Wise

Property Care states: " the real problems occur when it is allowed to spread and

develop fungal spores " . Mold occurs when there too much moisture in the

atmosphere and it has nowhere to escape. Water collects in the atmosphere from

places like the bathroom, as well as condensation on windows. However it needs

to escape somewhere! Poor ventilation could be caused by dodgy workmen not

approved under the Property Care Association (PCA) who cut corners on damp

proofing when building the house. It also down to lack of proper ventilation.

One bad side of being concerned about saving on heat loss and going green at

home is that with all the insulation there's often nowhere for moisture to

escape.

Dealing with damp problems

With all the problems associated with damp and mold, all of us should be

concerned with preventing it. This is true even if your home doesn't have any

damp problems. Left unchecked it becomes a lot harder - and costlier - to deal

with. Here are some top tips on how to avoid a damp build up in your home or

workplace:

1. Dry up any build up of condensation you notice around the house within 24-48

hours. Don't forget - mold cannot survive without water in the atmosphere.

However, if the mold does persist, a cost effective and simple solution is to

invest in a Condensation Mould Pack

2. Give the moisture in your house an escape route by getting proper

ventilation. If you're unsure about proper ventilation, visit the Envirowise

Condensation and Air Quality range from Wise Property Care. Aside from air

vents, something as simple as opening a window after taking a shower can help.

3. Be sure to have any cold surfaces insulated where possible - they're the

places where condensation often develops at home.

4. Its well worth considering investing in one of the many dehumidifiers out

there to remove moisture from the atmosphere. Certain portable air conditioners

also do the job, with the added bonus of keeping you cool in the summer.

5. Be aware of your legal rights. Most of the time the fault lies with someone

else, and they could be held responsible if things get really bad. Insurance

companies are notoriously bad for damp coverage - but it's certainly worth

checking with them. Tenants should push their landlords to have a professional

damp inspector visit and assess the house.

Further help with damp problems

If your experiencing damp problems, you can contact Wise Property Care today on

0800 65 22 678 for free damp information and help. Alternatively, why not visit

their website at wisepropertycare.com and take advantage of their free tips and

help Guides and informative videos.

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Contact Information

Wise Property Care

Andy Ferguson

0800 65 22 678

info@...

www.wisepropertycare.com