People contact us all the time and ask us, “Why do I get mould and condensation inside my house?”. Well, unless you’ve got a structural fault like a leak or leaves blocking up your gutter where water could be coming down the side of your house. Or, you have cracks
With the cold, there’s also condensation. When the temperature drops outside, generally below 5°C overnight, you’ll start seeing condensation on your windows. You may notice this most in the bedroom, kitchen, bathroom or conservatory, especially early in the morning. Stopping condensation is one of the biggest problems homeowners face. So,
Drying laundry indoors is a challenge most of us face on a weekly basis, especially during the colder months. While tumble dryers might seem like the obvious solution, they also come with high energy costs and can be harsh on our clothes. Instead, a dehumidifier offers a cheaper, efficient and
With the longer nights rolling in, temperatures dropping and the October price cap rise, switching on the heating has become more expensive than ever. We need to talk about how to stay warm at home without costing the earth and we’ve got some great tips for you to postpone switching
University life is full of excitement and new experiences, but for many students in the UK, adjusting to the realities of shared accommodation can bring unexpected challenges. One of the most common issues faced by students is dealing with excess moisture in their living spaces. This problem, often underestimated, can
As the leaves start to change colour and the temperature begins to drop (even more!), it’s time to prepare your home for autumn-winter. A task that may be on your seasonal to-do list could be putting away your air conditioner or fan. Proper storage ensures that these appliances remain in
On January 1st the electricity price rose from 27.35p/kWh to 28.62p/kWh; a 6% increase which over time will be significant to households across the country struggling to make ends meet. This means that since 2021, electricity prices have increased by 53.4%. With energy prices remaining high, being consumer-savvy about energy-efficient
While we may be familiar with condensation forming on our windows as the weather gets colder, many of us do not know why it forms or how it can be prevented. Let’s take a look at what causes condensation and what you can do to get rid of it before
One of the difficulties that people have about buying a dehumidifier is matching up the best dehumidifier to the size and needs of their home. When we’re talking about a two bed house, we’re estimating an average size of 80 to 100m2. Here, we remove the confusion about which dehumidifier
If you’re the proud owner of a spacious 3, 4, or 5+ bedroom house in the UK, you’re probably familiar with the challenges that come with maintaining ideal indoor humidity levels. High humidity can lead to issues like mould, damp and poor air quality. To ensure a comfortable living environment,
Maintaining a stable relative humidity (%RH) in your home is essential for both comfort and health. Get it right, and you’ll breathe more easily, sleep
Christmas is now widely associated with colds, flu, RSV and this year’s particularly persistent ‘super-flu’ is circulating rapidly. With families spending more time indoors and
When temperatures drop and remain low, many of us naturally keep our windows closed to stay warm, but this often traps moisture indoors. The result
In simple terms, decibels are the way we measure sound. But noise and quietness is so much more than a numerical measurement. At Meaco, we