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Timber Preservation

Condensation Control in Dundee

Streaming windows, damp walls and black mould usually point to condensation. We find the cause and fix it for good.

Streaming windows in the morning, damp patches in the corners, black mould around the bathroom or behind furniture? That is usually condensation. Our condensation control in Dundee finds why it is happening and fixes the cause, rather than just wiping the mould away and waiting for it to come back.

What causes condensation?

Condensation forms when warm, moist air meets a cold surface, such as a window or an outside wall. Everyday life creates a lot of moisture, from cooking and showering to drying clothes indoors. When that air cannot escape, the moisture settles, and over time it leads to damp, mould and even decay in timber.

How to stop condensation in the house

The lasting fixes are about moisture and airflow, not just turning up the heating:

  • Improve ventilation, especially in kitchens and bathrooms
  • Keep a little background heat rather than short, hot bursts
  • Avoid drying washing on radiators where you can
  • Make sure air can move and that existing vents are not blocked

We work out which of these, or which combination, your home actually needs.

Condensation, damp and mould

Left alone, condensation leads to mould and can keep timber damp, which raises the risk of rot and makes conditions more attractive to wood-boring insects such as woodworm. Sorting the condensation protects your home as well as your comfort.

How we help

We assess where the moisture is coming from and where it is settling, then recommend practical ventilation and airflow improvements. Where the damp is actually coming from outside, such as a leak or blocked gutters, we deal with that too, because we handle the roof as well as the timber.

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Tell us what you are seeing at home and we will arrange a survey and a free, no-obligation quote. See all of our timber preservation services or get in touch.

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