What else can I do?
Should I buy a heat recovery fan?
Heat recovery fans are expensive, but they are a good investment. They cost about £250 to buy and install. They are effective as they get rid of the moisture (and smells) in the air, especially from:
- Kitchens and bathrooms;
- Recycle the heat at the same time;
- Bring fresh, filtered air into your home;
- Improve the health of your home.
- Heat recovery fans should run continuously on a low speed setting.
What about dehumidifiers?
Installing a dehumidifier may not be the best way of tackling condensation. They are expensive to buy (£200 to £300) and need emptying every day. However, they are useful for drying damp buildings out, for example after leak damage, or for specific rooms. Dehumidifiers are no substitute for no-cost measures of reducing the water vapour put into the air and keeping rooms well ventilated.
| The information on these pages is available in print or to download in our Preventing Condensation Leaflet. |  |
