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8 Fellbrook Close Following our attendance at the property to investigate the reported issues of damp and mould, we identified several contributing factors. Externally, we found a ridge tile with completely perished mortar. This is allowing water ingress and requires attention. The most cost-effective solution would be for a roofer to work safely from ladders and re-bed the affected ridge tile, making the area fully watertight. Internally, mould growth is present to the bedroom wall and within the fitted wardrobe area. The affected wall is currently covered with wallpaper, which has trapped moisture and encouraged mould growth. Based on our findings, we believe the primary cause of the mould is excessive condensation due to inadequate ventilation within the property. The property currently lacks suitable mechanical extraction to both the kitchen and bathroom. As these are high-moisture areas, humidity is unable to escape efficiently and naturally migrates to the colder areas of the property, where condensation forms and mould develops. In line with current Building Regulations and best practice guidance, we recommend the installation of humidistat extractor fans to both the kitchen and bathroom. These fans will automatically regulate humidity levels and significantly reduce the likelihood of future mould growth. We also identified a leak originating from the bathroom area. The grout and silicone seals have failed in several locations and the bath screen is missing, allowing water to escape during use. Recommended Works: • Roofer to attend and re-bed the defective ridge tile to make the roof watertight. • Electrician to supply and install a humidistat extractor fan to the bathroom. • Electrician to supply and install a humidistat extractor fan to the kitchen. • Plumber to supply and fit a new bath screen. • Remove all defective silicone and reseal affected areas. • Remove failed grout and re-grout affected areas to restore a watertight finish. • Mould remediation team to attend and remove wallpaper from the affected bedroom wall. • Clean, treat and sanitise all mould-affected surfaces within the bedroom and wardrobe areas. • Apply specialist mould treatment to prevent regrowth. • Prepare and redecorate all treated areas using anti-mould paint systems.
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