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The Mould Doctor 🩺
Mould is a symptom, not the disease. Answer 8 questions to find the root cause and the right cure.
1. Where is the mould primarily located?
On/Around Windows (Wet glass in morning)
Upper Corners of Ceiling / Behind Furniture
Bottom of Walls (Skirting boards)
Bathroom Ceiling / Grout
2. How do you dry your laundry?
On a drying rack indoors
On the radiators
Tumble dryer / Outdoors
3. How old is your property?
Pre-1950s (Solid walls / Drafty)
1950s - 1990s (Cavity walls)
Modern (New build / Airtight)
4. What is the room temperature usually like?
Generally warm (Heated)
Often cold (I try to save on heating)
5. How big is the affected area?
Small Box Room / Bathroom
Average Bedroom / Living Room
Open Plan / Whole House
6. Health Check: Does anyone in the house have asthma/allergies?
No specific health issues.
Yes, Asthma / Dust Allergies.
7. Ventilation: Do you open windows?
Yes, I open them daily.
No, it's too cold / I forget.
No, they are painted shut / security risk.
8. Measurement: Do you own a Hygrometer?
Yes, I know the humidity %.
No, I'm just guessing.
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