Not only is black mould bad for your home, but it could really harm your health
Black mould and condensation are cold weather pests that could put households at risk of health problems if left to spread.
"Damp is often the precursor for mould in the house and is often the result of excess air condensation in the winter," explains Dave Johnson, the Head of Technical at the heating retailer. Damp and mould can also affect your immune system, weakening your body's way of protecting from illness. Some groups of people are more sensitive to mould and its harm, like babies and immunocompromised people."Mould can be categorised into three different types based on their effects on our health," explained Dave.
How to prevent black mould So what can households do to stop mould from spreading in the first place? Dave recommends focussing on getting air moving through your home - an important step we naturally avoid in colder months. The heating expert says kitchens and bathrooms are at the greatest risk of mould infestations due to the high amount of steam and moisture produced in both.
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