Professional Property Managers in Hawick

Time to talk mould 🦠nnA pretty contentious issue, it needs teamwork to stay out of a home.nnWhere does it come from?nThe average person breathes out two litres of water every 24 hours!nA family of four generates nearly 14 litres of water a day cooking, washing, drying clothes and bathing.nnIf furniture is placed directly against walls or radiators, or wardrobes are solidly packed with possessions, air is prevented from circulating. nnHow do we combat it?nHere are some tips to help combat mould damp and condensation:nn📧 report any concerns to us at your earliest - check regularly for early signs of mould. Keep an eye on the more hidden areas like under the sink and on the shower curtainn👖don't hang clothes on radiators - use airers in ventilated areasn🪟 keep trickle vents on your windows open to keep air circulatingn❄️ try to keep rooms between 18 and 20c as recommended by WHO to keep damp conditions to a minimum n🪴Add plants and use a dehumidifier to reduce humidityn🪟open a window or use the extractor fan whilst showering - keep the extractor fan on for around 10 minutes afterwards.n🚿wipe down the glass and tiles after every shower to remove excess water - squeegees are perfect for thisn🧼wash towels and rugs often - make sure you have a place to hang your towel to dry properlyn🧹avoid clutter - makes it much easier to spot signs of mould forming.nn#winwinpm #winwinpropertymanagement #winwinproperty #mould #avoidingmould #tenanttips #lookingafteryourhome...