What is condensation damp?
Condensation dampness occurs when the air that holds moisture in a property has a high relative humidity and comes into contact with cold walls. The moisture then condenses and causes water to be deposited on these surfaces. High relative humidity is often sure to human activity like cooking, drying clothes, and washing. Condensation dampness occurs more commonly in colder months due to the external temperature dropping, which causes our external surfaces to become colder. Condensation dampness can also be caused by poor ventilation and poor heating within a property, which further creates the environment for condensation. It can deteriorate decoration, cause timer decay in timber surfaces within the property, and can provide the right conditions for mould growths.
Where does condensation occur?
Condensation is most commonly seen on windows and walls with hanging water droplets or running water marks. It is also commonly found in moisture producing rooms of a property like kitchens and bathrooms due to the high levels of atmospheric moisture. Solid external walls, solid floors and cold spots are also common areas of condensation due to them being colder surfaces. When we heat our air in a property, the air can hold more moisture. Once that warm, moisture dense air comes into contact with our cold surfaces within the property, the moisture is released to the surface creating condensation.
Our specialist team can survey your property for condensation dampness, providing you a report including recommendations of remedial action. We work closely with the ventilation sector to be able to provide your home with the most suitable ventilation systems to combat condensation dampness.