City of London Corporation takes action against damp and mould in housing estates
City of London Corporation is stepping up its efforts to assist residents in its housing estates with damp and mould issues. The rise in these issues can be attributed to various factors, including inadequate ventilation and excess moisture in the environment.
In a proactive measure, the Property Services Team of the City Corporation has reached out to all residents in its social housing units, offering guidance and urging them to report any potential signs of damp or mould. Every reported instance will be thoroughly examined, with officials inspecting the properties to determine the root causes and provide appropriate advice.
To ensure swift remediation, any required repairs will be carried out within a week from the time an order is placed.
As one of the prominent social landlords, the City Corporation oversees 12 housing estates in the Square Mile and an additional six boroughs in London.
As part of their awareness initiative, leaflets have been distributed to every household, providing residents with preventive measures such as:
- Ensuring adequate ventilation by letting in fresh air.
- Activating extractor fans during or post cooking and bathing.
- Recommending drying clothes in well-ventilated bathrooms.
- Regularly wiping off condensation from windows and sills.
- Proper usage instructions for tumble dryers.
Ruby Sayed, Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Community and Children’s Services Committee, emphasized their commitment, stating, “We are deeply concerned about every damp and mould report. We want to assure our residents of our unwavering support. Please alert us to any signs in your homes, and we promise a swift resolution.”
For any concerns or reports, residents can reach out to the City Corporation’s Property Services Team via:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 0800 035 0003
- Online form: cityoflondon.gov.uk/dampandmould
Furthermore, the City Corporation is incorporating mould prevention measures in its ambitious £95 million major housing projects. These measures include inspecting and mending faulty gutters and downpipes, installing advanced humidity extractor fans, window replacements, and introducing new heating systems.