Good ventilation in the home is important for several reasons. The air in a home becomes polluted. This happens in various ways, such as through washing our clothes, cooking our food, and even simply breathing. If there is insufficient ventilation, this polluted air remains in the home, which is detrimental to health. Moisture also remains in the home longer with poor ventilation.
This causes moisture problems, such as mold. Naturally, this also has a negative impact on health and the condition of the home. Problems caused by poor ventilation can be identified during a building inspection . Homekeur is happy to perform this inspection for you. We offer 8 tips for improving ventilation in your home.
Moisture enters the air in several ways. It's best to avoid moisture as much as possible. Dry laundry outside rather than inside, turn on the extractor hood while cooking and put lids on pots and pans, and dry mopped floors to prevent them from remaining damp for extended periods. Always try to avoid moisture as much as possible.
If your home has a balanced ventilation system or mechanical ventilation, it's important to clean the ventilation system regularly. It's also recommended to have the ventilation system serviced every two years.
It's good to provide extra ventilation at certain times of the day, for example, by opening a door or window. Do this while showering and cooking, but also when there are more people in the house than usual or when renovations are being done.
The chimney should be clean. It's often forgotten that chimneys can become dirty and clogged, with all the consequences that entails. Having your chimney swept regularly is crucial for proper ventilation.
It's understandable that you don't always want a window open. It's unpleasant in cold and inclement weather. This doesn't mean you have to close everything. It's a good idea to at least leave the vents open to ensure a constant flow of fresh air.
Many people think they ventilate sufficiently, but in reality, they don't. It's a good idea to check whether you're ventilating sufficiently. You can use a CO2 detector for this.
Vents in the home are often overlooked during maintenance. They become dirty, causing the holes to become clogged. Therefore, it's important to properly maintain the vents, or have them maintained, and to clean them regularly. A vacuum cleaner is an easy way to clean them.
Some homes in the Netherlands still have a water heater. If this is the case in your home, it's a good idea to check whether there's a vent to the outside. If not, it's wise to install one.
If you're looking to buy a new home, you don't really know if the seller has properly ventilated it. If there hasn't been enough ventilation for years, there's a high risk of problems in the home, such as damp and mold. We recommend that you always have a building inspection performed when you're considering buying a home. This inspection provides peace of mind, ensuring you'll never be faced with unexpected costs. Homekeur prepares a building inspection report after the inspection. Feel free to contact us for more information or advice. Would you like to schedule an appointment right away? You can also schedule one online.
The cost of a building inspection (up to 250 m²) is only €489 including VAT. We'll conduct a comprehensive building inspection and you'll receive a building report. Do you have any questions? We're happy to help and can schedule an appointment with an expert inspector right away if you wish!
