
Category: Damp Investigations
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Damp and Mould: The preventable horror story
Many of us will have seen the recent ITV news headlines concerning the latest social housing provider Peabody and some of their tenants facing significant damp and mould issues. Whilst the damage is clear in the images portrayed alongside the ultimate suffering of those having to live in such circumstances, what is not reported is
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7 Causes of Damp and Mould
Damp, condensation, and mould are common problems in the UK with 1 in 5 dwellings suffering one or a combination of such issues. Airborne atmospheric moisture particles need somewhere to go and, if they cannot leave the property, will settle where they find suitable conditions, often resulting in the development of condensation leading to outbreaks
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Can condensation cause health problems?
Is condensation bad for you? Condensation can appear in all properties, but its impact can be more harmful to certain individuals and scenarios. In this guide, we outline what condensation is, whether it is bad for your health, who is most at risk from condensation and how you can reduce the harmful risks condensation presents.
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How to deal with condensation and damp in your property
Condensation and damp can damage your health and your property so it’s essential that you tackle the problem as soon as you spot the first signs.
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Cornerstone are proud to be exhibiting at HOMES 2018 exhibition
Here at Cornerstone we are passionate about providing bespoke damp solutions to Housing Associations. Our damp investigations are designed to provide accurate and reliable findings that diagnose the source of the problem and, as part of our diagnosis we provide unbiased reports and offer guidance solutions to resolve the problem for a long-term outcome; it
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9 things you need to know about damp in your home
Moisture problems can seriously damage your home and your health. Below are 9 things you really ought to know about damp, moisture and water damage. Also, a few tips and condensation damp solutions that could help along the way. Hopefully, none of them will be a surprise and none of them will sound familiar, but
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Housing Technology: Keeping Covered – Monitoring Tenant Activities
Smart home devices are predicted to represent a £347 billion market by 2019. But connected homes aren’t all about smart phone-controlled TVs – they are already providing housing providers with new ways to maintain their properties and avoid tenant disputes.
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Housing associations: how you can prevent and manage mould
A known health hazard, mould is a major bugbear for many landlords and housing associations. Managing and preventing mould is critical to ensure the ongoing health and safety of your tenants. Below you’ll find tips and strategies for reducing the chance of mould; spotting it early; and dealing with it effectively. Preventing mould: structural issues
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How leak detection could save your business
Damage from water, gas, sewage, rainwater, or other leaks can be costly as well as dangerous, and by the time you can catch the drips in a bucket the hidden damage is often extensive and expensive to repair. At Cornerstone, we use the latest technologies available to do non-invasive leak detection – no need to
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