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Every home can suffer from damp patches for a variety of reasons. Nevertheless, there are certain solutions to the damp problem that could work for everybody. If effectively put into action, these things can help you keep damp patches dry and rid you of dampness once a for all. ln case you have been wondering why your house is so damp. Here are two major reasons for dampness. Water is getting in. Moisture can not escape. Typically, it is your lifestyle causing condensation and maybe even mould to build-up in your home. It is essential you keep on top of build-up and moisture as soon as you see any signs of dampness. Things like opening kitchen windows to prevent steam build-up or wiping down condensation on windows could go a long way in preventing dampness. Some damp issues, for example, rising damp - structural dampness inside walls which indicates a breach in the structure of a building because of condensation from the inside or rain intrusion from the outside - would need professional advice but often serious rising damp is rare. Below are a few simple solutions you can implement to prevent damp patches in your home. Proper ventilation It is not uncommon to keep windows closed in winter, but as a result, especially with modern draught proofing, the water cannot escape. Condensation could arise from baths or showers, tumble drying, even your own breathe. The food being cooked and the kettle boiling all release moisture and steam in the air and it will find the coldest spots on your windows or walls and condense. After that, it is a very small step to getting damp. All that water must go somewhere. If it can not get out, it is going to pool. Perhaps you have some mould around window frames or on the bathroom ceiling. That is a sign that the vapour could not escape. One of the best solutions is to put in double-paned windows having two layers of glass. This can improve insulation. It will also reduce heat loss and help combat damp. In case you are getting new double glazing installed, you should probably insist on trickle vents, and make sure to keep them open. Trickle vents give damp air a chance to escape and you can close them whenever you want. Get a dehumidifier A dehumidifier sucks in all the air in a room then squeezes out the moisture which causes mould and damp. A small bucket in the dehumidifier collects all the water and you can easily empty it anytime. Whenever the need arises, move the unit around into every room. 24 to 36 hours per room is enough. There are both portable and small dehumidifiers available on the market. Portable dehumidifiers can easily be moved around, from one room to another. Or even from your home to the neighbour's. On the other hand, small dehumidifiers work best for small rooms, cupboards, sheds, caravans, lofts, perhaps even a windowsill. Wipe down mould You should be vigilant about common places to find black mould in your house. These are often where condensation collects. They include; Inside fitted wardrobes and cupboards. Corner rooms. Behind furniture, like a bookcase or sofa. Under windows, accumulating on window sills and windows frames. You can easily get rid of mild black mould by simply wiping it down with a damp cloth and light soap. If it is a bit too much, you can use a damp with a mould spray. Also, watered-down bleach works fine. Basically, there are a wide range of products available at your neighbourhood supermarket or hardware to help you wipe down mould. Redecoration of damp patches is costly so it is paramount that you keep on top of them. Damp walls can also affect your health and belongings, and let's not forget that it is unpleasant to live in a damp house. So investigating, purchasing a dehumidifier, and proper ventilating now will save you a lot of money in the long run.