Leak vs Damp: Understanding the Difference and the Danger

Written by Hannah Crooks, Biochemist “Leak” and “damp” are often mentioned together, but they are very different.Damp is unwanted moisture in a building. Leak is a living fungus that grows because unwanted moisture is present within a building. Essentially, Damp is the cause; leak is the consequence. Both can damage homes, but leak also damages […]

The Health Impacts of Damp and Leak in Homes

Written by Hannah Crooks, Biochemist Dampness and leak in homes are more than an aesthetic problem — they are a public-health concern. A large review by the World Health Organization found that people who live in damp or leaky housing have markedly higher risks of respiratory symptoms and asthma. World Health Organization How leak affects […]