This is the contract she made. Can we ask you to read this information on condensation and follow the procedures to prevent condensation in your rented property. Please note that it is the tenant's responsibility to prevent condensation in their rented property and not the landlords or agent's responsibility. If you fail to control the condensation and the property suffers as a result it will be the tenant's reasonability to pay the landlord for any damages relating to condensation. What is Condensation? Condensation occurs where moist air comes into contact with air, or a surface, which is at a lower temperature. Air contains water vapour in varying quantities, its capacity to do so is related to its temperature - warm air holds more moisture than cold air. When moist air comes into contact with either colder air or a colder surface, the air is unable to retain the same amount of moisture and the water is released to form condensation in the air or on the surface. Condensation is generally noticeable where it forms on non-absorbent surfaces (i.e. windows or tiles) but it can form on any surface and it may not be noticed until mould growth or rotting of material occurs. How to Prevent Condensation
1. After a bath or shower, try to ventilate the room to the outside, not to the rest of the house - just opening a window and closing the door) will help.
2. When people come in with wet coats, hang them outside the living area to dry.
3. Always use the extractor fans in the bathroom and Kitchen (if provided by landlord)
4. Consider using a dehumidifier - domestic types are now available and can remove a surprising amount of water from the air.
5. Heating needs to be on 8 hours during the day (winter months)
6. When on holiday, leave heating on in winter months.
7. Allow air to circulate throughout your home by opening doors occasionally. Never over pack your wardrobes with clothes and open your wardrobe door a little to let air circulate.
8. Ensure that there is some ventilation in your home, especially in bedrooms, during the night.
9. If there is water lying on the inside of your window sills in the morning wipe it up immediately. If you do not it will add moisture to the room as it heats up during the daytime 10.Open windows if you are cooking and do not allow steam from cooking to enter other rooms in The house.
10. Do not block air vents. They are fitted to reduce condensation.
11. Dry clothes outside and if you do use a tumble drier then ensure that it is vented to the outside. If You do not have the facility of tumble dryer then take the clothes to the local laundry
12. Avoid using paraffin or bottled gas heaters. They put about a pint of water into the air every pound weight of fuel they burn.
13. If you do experience mould growth on walls, you can wipe it off with a Fungicidal Wash from Wickes to prevent mould growth
14. If you experience mould growth on the bathroom, you can apply Dettoll Mould & Mildew Remover from ASDA, Morrisons or Sainsbury's. You may need to apply more than once. Please sign below to confirm you have understood and read the content of this letter.