Hi there
I have a flat which I rent out which was built in approximately 1997. The tenants have recently been complaining about condensation around the north facing windows in the living room. This is causing some mould round the window sills (on the walls around them I mean) and appears to be causing some mould on the ceiling. The problem seems to been made worse since we had loft insulation improved last year (went from 100mm to 270mm insulation thickness).
There are no trickle vents on the windows although they are double glazed. The frames are wooden rather than plastic.
I have given the tenants a dehumidifier and urged them to make sure they regularly air the room. I have also asked them to try drying their clothes outside or in another room. I have also bought some anti condensation paint and might apply it after the dehumidifier has been in the room for a while and once all is dry.
I would welcome views on what else I should do and whether this is an issue that will require major investment or is just about tenant behaviour in making sure the property is adequately aired?
Many thanks
I have a flat which I rent out which was built in approximately 1997. The tenants have recently been complaining about condensation around the north facing windows in the living room. This is causing some mould round the window sills (on the walls around them I mean) and appears to be causing some mould on the ceiling. The problem seems to been made worse since we had loft insulation improved last year (went from 100mm to 270mm insulation thickness).
There are no trickle vents on the windows although they are double glazed. The frames are wooden rather than plastic.
I have given the tenants a dehumidifier and urged them to make sure they regularly air the room. I have also asked them to try drying their clothes outside or in another room. I have also bought some anti condensation paint and might apply it after the dehumidifier has been in the room for a while and once all is dry.
I would welcome views on what else I should do and whether this is an issue that will require major investment or is just about tenant behaviour in making sure the property is adequately aired?
Many thanks