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Mould and damp now at five-year high in England's homes, survey reveals

By Joseph Mullane published

A Government survey has found a "notable increase" in levels of dangerous damp and mould

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MVHR maintenance — an expert guide to keeping your system in good working order

By David Hilton published

MVHR maintenance matters when it comes to keeping your system functioning well. Heating and ventilation expert, David Hilton, explains exactly what's involved

Ventilation
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What is a wall-mounted dehumidifier and should you buy one?

By Joseph Mullane published

Wall-mounted dehumidifiers offer a unique solution for managing dampness while saving valuable floor space

Dehumidifier
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Yes, you can have a log burner in a kitchen — here’s how to do it right

By Gabriella Dyson published

You can absolutely include a log burner in your kitchen plans, but experts say it’s essential to consider room size, ventilation and installation first

Ventilation
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Installing a kitchen extractor fan: A step-by-step guide and expert tips

By Pete Wise published

A construction expert talks through how to install a kitchen extractor fan in our step-by-step guide

Ventilation
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6 reasons why your dehumidifier is not collecting water — and simple fixes to get it back on track

By Gabriella Dyson published

Troubleshooting tips to revive your broken dehumidifier and keep dampness and humidity at bay

Dehumidifier
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I used a dehumidifier to get rid of damp and condensation – and learned some essential expert tips

By Gabriella Dyson published

I reveal how I used a dehumidifier to eliminate damp and condensation in my home – and the three expert tips everyone should follow

Dehumidifier
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I'm a home energy efficiency expert and here's what to expect from your MVHR installation

By David Hilton published

MVHR installation involves adding a series of ducts, fans and other integral components to your home. Here's how it's done and who you'll need to install it

Air Conditioning
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What are the pitfalls of Positive Input Ventilation? The experts reveal this ventilation type's downsides

By Steve Jenkins published

Discover the Positive Input Ventilation pitfalls and what you need to do to make it work in your home

Ventilation
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What is natural ventilation? How this simple solution stops damp and mould

By David Hilton last updated

Natural ventilation, sometimes called passive ventilation, is a key part of our home's ventilation mix. Here's what you need to know about it

Ventilation
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