Damp and Mould

Children living in a damp home are at risk of developing breathing problems and other issues such as coughs and chest infections. This could be especially concerning if your child also has Asthma.

Damp can cause mould to grow on the walls and ceilings and if you have got mould at home, you will probably notice fuzzy black, white or green patches on the walls, ceilings or tiles.  You might notice it’s more damp and mouldy in bathrooms or kitchens because of condensation from washing and cooking. Condensation happens when water in the air comes into contact with a cold surface e.g. wall or window.

Thurrock Council have produced a leaflet for their tenants with helpful advice and information on dealing with condensation, damp and mould which can be found here:

Wipe out condensation, damp and mould

If you are a council tenant and are still suffering with excessive dampness and mould after following the advice in the above leaflet you can contact:

Housing repairs

0800 074 0169

repairs@thurrock.gov.uk

This line is free to call and open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Emails will be answered within 48 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

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Shelter England also offer advice and guidance for social housing tenants and private renters:

Damp and Mould in Social Housing - Shelter England

Damp and Mould in Private Rented Homes - Shelter England