Help Prevent Damp & Mould in Your Home

How to Help Prevent Damp and Mould in Your Home

Damp and mould aren’t just an eyesore — they can seriously affect your health and damage your property. With increasing reports of damp-related issues across the UK, it’s never been more important to take steps to protect your home. At Atlas Survey & Building Services Ltd, we’ve helped countless homeowners and landlords get to the root of the problem. Here’s what you can do to prevent damp — and how we can help if it’s already taken hold.

Whether you own or rent your home, small changes can make a big difference:

1. Ventilate Your Home Properly

Open windows regularly, especially after cooking, showering, or drying clothes indoors.

• Use extractor fans in bathrooms and kitchens.

• Avoid blocking air bricks or vents.

2. Control Indoor Humidity

• Keep lids on pans while cooking.

• Dry clothes outside where possible — or use a vented tumble dryer.

• Use a dehumidifier in problem areas or during colder months.

3. Maintain a Consistent Temperature

• Sudden changes in temperature can cause condensation.

• Keeping your heating on low but steady helps reduce moisture build-up.

• Insulating your home also helps retain heat and lowers humidity.

4. Check for Leaks and Blockages

• Regularly inspect gutters, downpipes, and roofing for blockages or damage.

• Ensure your plumbing is free from leaks, especially in hidden areas like under sinks or behind appliances.

5. Keep Furniture Away from Cold Walls

• Leave a gap between furniture and external walls to improve air circulation and reduce condensation risk.

6. Use Mould-Resistant Paints and Sealants

• If you’ve previously had mould issues, repaint using anti-mould products to prevent recurrence.

Signs You Might Already Have a Damp Problem

• Musty smell that doesn’t go away

• Dark spots or patches on walls or ceilings

• Peeling wallpaper or bubbling paint

• Excessive condensation on windows

• Cold, clammy feeling rooms

• Health symptoms like coughing, wheezing, or worsening asthma

If any of these sound familiar, it’s time to take action.

Some damp issues are beyond DIY fixes. Condensation is common, but rising damp, penetrating damp, and hidden structural issues need professional diagnosis and treatment.

At Atlas Survey & Building Services Ltd, we offer specialist damp surveys that:

• Identify the exact source of damp

• Assess the extent of any damage

• Recommend tailored solutions to fix the problem and prevent it coming back

We don’t just cover up the symptoms — we fix the cause.

The longer you wait, the worse damp can get. If you’ve tried the basics and still have damp or mould, don’t leave it to chance. Contact us today to schedule a professional survey.

Visit www.atlasbuild.co.uk or call us directly to speak with our friendly team.