MaxVinella   10 #1 Posted November 9, 2017 Hello  Have two friends who just moved to Lodge Moor, and their home (a semi-detached from the '20s) has condensation problems.  Particularly on the double glazed, and in the corners of rooms. What type of person should I advise them to call to diagnose and fix? A buider? A joiner?  Can you advise?  BWs MV Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
spider1 Â Â 11 #2 Posted November 9, 2017 (edited) Condensation is caused by not heating property properly and no air flow / open some windows to prove it /turn heating on /no need to spend money / like going in bath and not opening window . Going out all day turn heating off close windows equals condensation . Laminate floors big culprit you got to have air flow and warmth Edited November 9, 2017 by spider1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
geared   267 #3 Posted November 9, 2017 You can identify and fix many issues yourself regarding damp, but with such a vague description it's hard to help.  Call a builder if you want someone to sort it for you, they can at least advise you on what will probably need doing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
only_me   11 #4 Posted November 9, 2017 (edited) Hello   Have two friends who just moved to Lodge Moor, and their home (a semi-detached from the '20s) has condensation problems.  Particularly on the double glazed, and in the corners of rooms. What type of person should I advise them to call to diagnose and fix? A buider? A joiner?  Can you advise?  BWs MV  Someone mentioned damp problems on this thread, post 14. https://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=1525358&highlight=damp+lodge+moor Edited November 9, 2017 by only_me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
dan2802 Â Â 53 #5 Posted November 9, 2017 Ventilation is the key to solving condensation problems. Moden lifestyles in old properties cause massive problems unless adequate ventilation is provided. Im local to your friends so if they want me to take a look and give some advice thats fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
MaxVinella   10 #6 Posted November 9, 2017 Hi Dan! I will give them your name, you were excellent at the work in my house Bws MV Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
jdamarine   10 #7 Posted November 9, 2017 You need a Nuaire drimaster or similar fitting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
dan2802 Â Â 53 #8 Posted November 9, 2017 Hi Dan! I will give them your name, you were excellent at the work in my house Bws MV Â Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
choogling   14 #9 Posted November 9, 2017 best cure for condensation is an open fire Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
scargill   10 #10 Posted November 10, 2017 Another tip, do not dry washing on radiators unless the room is well ventilated. Ventilation is the key. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
mike84 Â Â 10 #11 Posted November 12, 2017 heating on. windows on vent. Â don't dry clothes on radiators. make sure when cooking you use the kitchen extractor, always use the extractor fan in the bathroom. that usually does the trick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Chez2   10 #12 Posted November 12, 2017 Condensation is caused by not heating property properly and no air flow / open some windows to prove it /turn heating on /no need to spend money / like going in bath and not opening window . Going out all day turn heating off close windows equals condensation . Laminate floors big culprit you got to have air flow and warmth  That's poor advice. If people are out all day then no moisture will be generated by showering / bathing, cooking, breathing etc. Its excess moisture and cold walls without ventilation that causes condensation.  We sometimes have problems in our downstairs toilet in winter as its on a north facing wall. Warming up the room and reducing moisture with an absorbing dehumidifier helps.  I agree you need airflow but it needs to be dry (ish) air.  On glass you can break the surface tension by wiping the windows with a residue of washing up liquid on the cloth. This will stop the water forming on the glass but its a good idea to ensure moisture content of the house generally isn't too high. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...