A single bathroom fan only removes moisture in that particular room but there's a much bigger picture to consider.
Moisture builds up in multiple rooms such as the bathroom, kitchens, utility, wet rooms and in any room you might have wet clothes. Solutions include trickle vents in upstairs bedrooms which range in cost between £90 to upwards of £100. Proper extraction via ducted fans is another option which costs between £260- £450. A Bradford based mould and condensation specialist is what you need. Luckily for you Nathan from Quality Electrician is always up for a challenge, combating condensation problems and stopping mould throughout your home.
Back to top1) How do I know if condensation is a whole home issue?
Warning signs include mould growth behind furniture such as the cupboard in a bedroom, condensation build up on window sills on the landing or hallway as well as musty, lingering odours. You might be using the extractor fan when taking a shower or bath but the system might be outdated or clogged. At Quality Electrician, extractor fan installation and ventilation is a popular service delivered by Nathan, an NICEIC approved electrician. All bathroom and home extractor fan installations comply with strict safety regulations but what really works is a personalised system to meet your home's needs.
Back to top2) Why does a single bathroom fan often fail?
A single bathroom fan just won’t remove all the moisture from your whole house. You might also find that the existing system you have is outdated or a cheaper, last minute option while fitting your bathroom. While the moisture isn't expelled outside, it can settle on wallpaper and ceilings, developing into black mould over time. I was called by a family at Birch Street, Bradford, close to West Park where all three teenagers were keen footballers. The family bathroom was average sized but the extractor fan was outdated and just wasn't expelling the steam from numerous hot showers post match, letting moisture spread and settle in the hallway and upstairs bathrooms. The family tried their best to remove the black mould settling on the tiles and sealant but found it kept returning after a while
Back to top3) How can I prevent mould growth from condensation at my home?
One option is to improve the extractor fan in the bathroom by replacing the existing fan with a modern, robust, low trickle fan. These are designed to work quietly and not just when the room is in use. A proper ducted system will ensure moisture is expelled outside before it has the chance to settle. For the family at Birch Street, I recommended the Vent Axia Silent Fan to replace the older one in the bathroom. To improve ventilation upstairs, I installed a DMEV or Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation in the master bedroom, close to the bathroom. This particular model runs quietly and constantly to maintain better air quality. Lets just say the parents were relieved to have a mould free and an odour free home.
Back to top4) Why work with Quality Electrician in Bradford?
With over 16 years of experience working with Bradford homeowners, I;ve seen the common problem of poor ventilation in homes with small updates or fans added bit by bit, but never a planned full ventilation system. Nathan at Quality Electrician is a leader in improving ventilation in homes, understanding that some homes need more than one fan or improved airflow throughout the house. Quality Electrician fully understand the concept of removing air out rather than just letting it circulate, so let's create a personalised system for proper extraction in all rooms producing moisture.
Do you find bathroom mould keeps coming back, even with a bathroom fan fitted? If so, it’s time to look at improving ventilation at your Bradford property. Get in touch with Nathan from Quality Electrician for advice.
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