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Damp & Mould Issues
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Damp & Mould Issues
Our technology enables remote monitoring and management, giving housing providers real time visibility into property conditions. This proactive approach to maintenance ensures that potential damp and mould problems are promptly addressed, improving overall living conditions for residents.
The integration of connected technology for detecting damp and mould is crucial for improving the living conditions of residents and ensuring their health and safety.
As housing providers strive to offer affordable, safe and sustainable homes, the use of advanced technology plays an essential role in achieving these objectives.
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Discover the correlation between relative humidity and temperature
Temperature & Humidity Data
The Vericon platform will analyse the data to determine the risk level and the severity, allowing the most serious cases to be addressed first. The telemetry, available on the platform will give an insight to the changes throughout the day, and additional insight to the cause before planned works or interventions are defined.
Our Damp & Mould Products
The Vericon MultiDot, BCM, and Surveyor Cube provide you with the capability to monitor dampness and humidity in real time, identify patterns, and take proactive measures. Vericon’s cloud platform, Connect, offers a comprehensive audit trail where our clients elevated humidity levels and offer suggestions to mitigate the issue.
MultiDOT
Connected Temperature & Humidity Monitor
BCM
Connected Boiler Control and Environmental Data
Surveyor Cube
Quickly Identify the Root Cause of Damp & Mould
Is Your Portfolio At Risk?
The MultiDOT, BCM and Surveyor Cube collect temperature, humidity, and boiler activity over time, enabling claims to be challenged or understood better. The data can also be used to understand the situation and can help mitigate potential issues under the Fitness for Human Habitation Act is when “the problem is caused by tenant behaviour.” The Customer Connect activity audit log can be presented to support the proactive approach adopted by our clients.
Temperature & Humidity Reporting
Vericon’s automated damp & mould report evaluates the telemetry for each property, house by house, room by room and can be downloaded from the portal.
These individually highlighted properties are identified using their unique occupier ID, only known to you.
The Causes of Damp & Mould
Identifying the causes of damp and mold poses a challenge, yet humidity plays a pivotal role. Humidity can be influenced by three factors:
• Customer activity
• Deteriorating building infrastructure
• Enhanced building insulation upgrades
Mould thrives in warm and humid environments:
• Humidity levels surpassing 65%
• Temperatures ranging between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius
Following the onset of these conditions, mould spores proliferate rapidly within 24 to 48 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions About Damp and Mould Monitoring
How can social landlords identify damp and mould risk before it becomes a serious problem?
Continuous environmental monitoring can help housing providers identify changes in temperature and humidity that may indicate an increased risk of condensation, damp and mould. Monitoring conditions over time gives housing teams more evidence than a single property inspection and can help highlight homes requiring further investigation.
What causes damp and mould in social housing properties?
Damp and mould can have several causes, including condensation, insufficient heating, inadequate ventilation, water ingress, leaks and defects within the building fabric. Environmental data can help housing teams understand the conditions within a property, but the underlying cause should be established through appropriate investigation.
How does Vericon monitor damp and mould risk?
Vericon uses connected sensors to monitor environmental conditions within individual rooms. Data can be analysed property by property and room by room, helping housing teams identify patterns, assess the severity of potential risk and prioritise properties for further investigation.
Can environmental monitoring help prove whether damp and mould repairs have worked?
Yes. Monitoring conditions before and after an intervention can provide an evidence-based comparison of the property environment. This can help housing providers assess whether actions such as ventilation improvements, heating changes or repairs have had the intended effect and identify where further investigation may be required.
What evidence can Vericon provide for damp and mould cases?
Vericon can provide historical environmental data, room-level risk information, alerts and downloadable reporting. This evidence can be combined with inspections, photographs, resident communications and repair records to create a clearer record of the conditions identified, actions taken and subsequent property performance.
Managed Services for any size team
Significant Cost Saving
We remove the need to spend capital on new staff and training. Our Managed Services team act as integral members of your team, providing valuable insights and monitoring your data for potential. This collaborative approach ensures your properties are running smoothly and efficiently.
Auditable Processes and Reporting
Have confidence that your processes are being followed and are fully auditable. You will receive reports on a regular basis that show you how your service is performing.
AI Driven Resident Engagement
Better understand your residents’ needs through direct communication and education leading to increased resident satisfaction, better retention rates, and ultimately, a more successful property management business.
24/7 Data Monitoring
The Managed Services team, along with our machine learning analysis programs, diligently monitor your portfolio 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These efforts are implemented for the purpose of identifying issues that may arise and addressing them in a timely and efficient manner. Our prompt actions range from issuing simple alerts to managing various business processes in order to alleviate any problems that may be encountered.
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