Edit Report #224
Date Report Carried Out
Requested By
Report Text
26 Highland Way Redditch B98 7RH We have attended the property to investigate the reported issues of mould and damp within the property. Following our inspection, we found the main causes of the issues to be penetrating damp from defects within the roof structure and inadequate ventilation within the bathroom area. During the external roof inspection, we identified multiple defects contributing to water ingress. A large section of mortar is missing from the verge, there is a lifted ridge tile at high level, and the front guttering system is defective and allowing water to discharge incorrectly rather than flow away as intended. The roof covering itself is extremely old and includes non-breathable felt, which restricts proper airflow within the roof structure. Due to these defects, water is penetrating the property and running down through the cavity areas, which is contributing towards the mould growth visible internally, particularly within the living room areas. Internally, visible mould growth was identified within the bathroom ceiling area. Upon inspection, there is currently no extraction or mechanical ventilation installed within the bathroom whatsoever. Under current Building Regulations Part F guidance, rental properties should have adequate ventilation installed to control humidity and condensation. Due to the lack of extraction, moisture and humid air cannot escape the property correctly, resulting in excessive condensation and mould formation. The recommended remedial works would be to erect scaffolding to the property in order to carry out the roofing works safely. We would recommend installing a new dry verge system to improve weather protection and ventilation, rebedding the lifted ridge tile, and replacing the defective front guttering system. In relation to the bathroom ventilation, we would recommend a qualified electrician installs a new humidistat-controlled extraction fan, vented directly externally from the property. This is the most effective method of controlling moisture, humidity, and condensation within the bathroom environment. Once the source of water ingress and condensation issues have been rectified, internal mould remediation works can then be carried out. These works would include cleaning and treating affected areas with specialist anti-fungal treatments. Any wallpaper affected by mould contamination would need to be removed, as mould spores penetrate wallpaper surfaces and cannot be permanently cleaned or treated effectively once infected. Further redecoration works can then be carried out once the affected areas are fully dry and stable.
Upload New Photos
Quote Lines
Update Report