Who would have thought that by the year 2023 we would be talking about saving energy, keeping the lights to a minimum and the possibility of rolling blackouts?

Below are some examples of what to look out for during this difficult time around your home and links to organisations you can seek help from?

We have added some tips to help keep your home warm and dry but please consult a professional for severe problems.

  • The most common black mold symptoms and health effects are associated with a respiratory response. Chronic coughing and sneezing, irritation to the eyes, mucus membranes of the nose and throat, rashes, chronic fatigue and persistent headaches can all be symptomatic of black mold exposure or black mold poisoning.

  • Homeowners can handle cleaning about 10 square feet (roughly 3 feet by 3 feet) of black mold on their own. If the patch is small enough, a combination of bleach, water, scrubbing, and ventilation should do the trick. Before treating mold on your own, prioritize ventilation and protective gear.

Mould

  • Condensation happens when your home is too humid and the warm air hits cold surfaces. This leads to the air cooling quickly and forming droplets on nearby surfaces such as walls/windows.

  • Running your heating will of course help remove condensation, but in these difficult times make a habit of removing window condensation first thing every morning — when it's at its worst. Use an absorbent paper towel or microfibre cloth to gently scoop and wipe the water off the surface of your windows. Use a fresh towel or a squeegee to dry the pane thoroughly afterwards.

Condensation

  • Around 38% of heat loss in your home comes from cracks in your walls, windows and doors (often invisible to the naked eye). In fact, a ⅛ inch gap under a 36-inch wide door will let as much cold air into your home as a 2.4 inch hole through your wall.

  • Leaky houses are of course why we exist as a company but we understand people might not be able to afford or qualify for this right now so please press on the link to find simple things you can do to keep your home warm without spending to much.

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