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The condensation and mould season within our properties is now upon us! (A little advice from a damp surveyor))

It is now that time of year when condensation and mould is upon us!

Condensation and mould

I'm a Harringay CSRT qualified Indepependent Damp and Timber Surveyor. I thought I would provide a bit of advice for you all.


I am a 'Which? Trusted Trader', as well as being an independent surveyor member of the trade association the 'Property care Association'.

Condensation most commonly affects properties during the colder months and during the night when temperatures fall.  Condensation does also occur in summer although this tends to be more of a complex issue and certainly not very widespread.

Mould is likely to form as a result of long term condensation, although in some instances it can form on walls due to water ingress from leaking downpipes/waste pipes, gutters etc.

Condensation is likely to form on cold surfaces, such as cold exterior solid walls, windows, inside cupboards and behind furniture where there is a lack of air flow.

Condensation and mould growth will occur if the balance between ventilation and heat is not correct.

If your property suffers from condensation and/or mould...........

  • Do have adequate ventilation? 
  • Humidistat controlled extractor fans within kitchens and bathrooms?
  • Are you adequately heating your rooms?
  • Are your walls solid masonry walls?
  • Are you controlling the moisture produced within your property due to lifestyle?

If you do not, then this could be causing the formation of condensation and mould which is often diagnosed as rising damp by contractors wishing to sell you a damp proof course for often thousands of pounds!

Around 70% of the properties I carry out damp investigations in, during the colder months, the dampness has been caused by the formation of long term condensation.

There are many beautiful houses in Harringay and this is why I really love my job as an Independent Damp and Timber Surveyor, because I get to view and survey lots of houses!

My expertise is Rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation, mould, ventilation, timber rot and woodworm!


I'm completely independent so I do not have any links with contractors. (I only survey).

I'm CSRT fully qualified and fully insured.


I often provide pre-purchase damp reports for clients wishing to buy a property.  these reports are then passed onto mortgage providers, by the client, to obtain a mortgage.

My clients include: Home owners, landlords, tenants, estate agents, mortgage lenders, architects.

My survey reports provide recommendations of what works should be done (If any are needed) and I can also supply an estimated costing of how much the repairs will cost.

Once you receive the report if you have any questions you can email or call me to discuss.

Thanks for listening!

Jason Mahoney
07590524016
jason@csrtsurveyor.com

JPM Independent Surveyors
www.csrtsurveyor.com

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