Condensation and mould specialists, Airtech Solutions, is offering expert advice and help to social housing providers and private landlords following the publication of the Government’s guidance, ‘Understanding and addressing the health risks of damp and mould in the home’.

VORTICE which has been based in the UK since 1977 and is part of the VORTICE Group, has seen a restructure of the UK division with newly appointed General Manager Stephen Smith. During this exciting time VORTICE has implemented a brand new management system and complete service solution aimed at the private landlord to help combat issues with mould and damp.

Illias Igoumenidis from Ecological Building Systems discusses the transformation of a derelict cottage into a desirable holiday retreat.

Newton Waterproofing Systems are the oldest independent UK suppliers of damp proofing products, since introducing the first damp proofing membrane, Newtonite, in 1937. Having grown their expertise ever since, Newton’s product range has now been bolstered by three new BBA certified damp proofing products to provide a comprehensive solution for the age-old problem of rising damp.

A new survey reveals how damp problems damage property values, increase the time that homes are on the market and reduce let-ability. With the right diagnosis and the right approach to treatment, it doesn’t have to be this way, says Safeguard Director, Hudson Lambert.