Free training offered to landlords about damp and mould 

A council claims it’s offering private landlords “a wealth of free training” about damp and mould.

A course is being hold on March 4 with the support of the National Residential Landlords Association.

The event will focus on damp and mould issues in properties and will cover:

• The different types of dampness – rising, penetrating dampness, hygroscopic salts and condensation, and how to identify them;

• The common causes and the solutions;

• The law affecting dampness and condensation;

• The responsibilities and obligations of the landlord, agent and tenant;

• How to reduce its impact and some of the common misconceptions that both tenants and landlords have regarding condensation;

• The importance of heating, ventilation and thermal insulation;

• Practical issues and worked examples.

A statement from the council says: “Dampness and condensation are very serious health hazards but is one of the few hazards where both the structural condition of the premises and the tenant’s lifestyle are equally important. 

“The private rented sector has the highest incidence of condensation and dampness and is one of the main causes of tenant complaints to councils.

“The event will help advise and educate landlords on the new big changes in legislation regarding damp and mould in properties.”

A spokesperson says: “I would like to encourage landlords across Cumberland to take advantage of this great offer. The knowledge shared throughout the course will help landlords to prevent issues relating to mould, damp and condensation before they occur, and ensure that they are kept up to date surrounding the laws relating to this issue. 

“Damp and mould can cause serious health problems, so it’s important that landlords across Cumberland do all they can to protect their tenants.” 

Book your place via the NRLA website.

This article is taken from Landlord Today