UK housing update
New UK rules on damp and mould in rented homes
Updated government guidance now sets clear expectations on how quickly landlords must investigate and act when damp or mould is reported — especially where health may be affected.
Read current guidance →Pick a category
Condensation explained
- What condensation actually is
- why it appears in winter
- Why wiping it away doesn’t work
- When ventilation helps, and when it doesn’t
Fixes & Prevention
- Improving ventilation properly
- Heating patterns that reduce moisture
- Dehumidifiers: when they help
- Insulation and longer-term fixes
Mould Problems
- Why mould forms in corners and Ceilings
- black mould vs surface mould
- why bleach often fails
- when mould points to a bigger issue
damp diagnosis
- condensation vs damp
- signs of penetrating damp
- when to Investigate further
- when to call a surveyor
