Sheffield Council - Condensation, Mould and Dampness

What we will cover:

• The different types of dampness - rising, penetrating dampness, hygroscopic salts and condensation, and how to identify them
• The common causes and the solutions
• The law affecting dampness and condensation
• The responsibilities and obligations of the landlord, agent and tenant
• How to reduce its impact and some of the common misconceptions that both tenants and landlords have regarding condensation
• The importance of heating, ventilation and thermal insulation
• Practical issues and worked examples