Water and Condensation
Water
If
you are a tenant, it is our job to deal with any leaks to the water
supply in your home. If you are a leaseholder, it is your
responsibility, even if you are not living in the prope, rty. Leaks
outside your home may have to be repaired either by us or by your water
company. If there is a problem, contact Ascham Direct for advice.
Condensation
To
keep your home free from damp and mould, you need to avoid creating
condensation. There is always moisture in the air caused by
normal household activities such as cooking, washing, hot baths and
drying clothes. When this air reaches a cold surface, such as a wall or
window, some of the water in the air is left behind. This dampness
encourages mould to grow, which can affect clothes, bedding and
interior decorations.
To reduce the effects of condensation, please try doing the following:
- do not leave saucepans uncovered on the cooker
- do not use paraffin and bottled gas heaters as they produce a lot of moisture and are dangerous
- dry clothes outdoors if possible. If you have a tumble dryer you may need to fit an outside vent
- open windows slightly, particularly when cooking
- when running a bath, put the cold water in before the hot to reduce steam and keep the bathroom door closed
- ventilate cupboards and wardrobes and do not overfill them as this stops air circulating
- try to keep a constant heat in your home so there are no cold surfaces for water vapour to settle on
- never use a gas oven with the door open to supply extra heat to your kitchen (this is dangerous and causes condensation)