How Can Condensation Impact My Home?

Condensation is something that can be easy to overlook and neglect, but it can actually cause some serious damage to your home. Firstly, it is best to address exactly what condensation is. Condensation occurs when water vapour comes into contact with a colder surface. Condensation is most commonly seen in bedroom windows in the morning, or on bathroom windows after a shower. Whilst it might seem relatively harmless, condensation has the ability to seriously impact your home.

Here’s how condensation can impact your home and how Simon Levy Associates can help.

Mould

No matter how new or old your home is, your home is susceptible to condensation. Nobody wants mould in their home and unfortunately, condensation is one of the main culprits of mould. This is often seen in the corner of bedrooms, bathrooms and in cupboards. This is because of the water vapour which condenses on cold surfaces that isn’t removed. Mould is a type of property damage that can actually cause respiratory problems, allergies and asthma. As a result of this, it’s important to have this addressed at the earliest opportunity.

Rot

Condensation can also cause structural damage such as wood rot. Wet rot is a product of condensation which can be harmful, but enlisting the help of an experienced specialist surveyor means that you can catch it early. However, wet rot can turn into dry rot if you don’t act quickly. Not only is dry rot very difficult to treat, but it is also harmful to the structure qualities of your property. It’s therefore best to get the help of a property damage specialist to establish the cause and find a way to eradicate this issue.

Impacting Appearance

As well as affecting the structural integrity of your property, condensation can be a detriment to appearance. Condensation has the ability to damage walls, with mould growing on the affected surfaces. This can be incredibly frustrating for homeowners because not only is it difficult to remove, but it also requires you to reinvest in decoration to breathe some life back into your living area.

Acting quickly is the best way to prevent condensation from impacting your home. At Simon Levy Associates, we know how infuriating building defects can be to your home. That’s why we’re the property damage company you can contact to establish the cause of the condensation and how to overcome it. Not only that, but our services can also help you to build a successful building insurance claim. To find out more about the products and services we offer, then get in touch with our team today!