Mould Treatment and Landlord Property Maintenance in Croydon CR0

Finding the cause

The bathroom had substantial mould growth across the walls and ceiling. Rather than simply painting over it, FixMate investigated the conditions behind the problem.

The extractor fan was completely dead and had no effective ducting to outside. The bathroom sat directly beneath an uninsulated loft area and was not consistently heated. Condensation and high humidity were contributing, while broken roof tiles also created a potential water-ingress risk. FixMate identified the damaged tiles and advised the landlord to arrange a roofer as soon as possible; FixMate did not carry out roofing work.

Repairing the bathroom

Part of the ceiling was moisture damaged and bulging. The affected plasterboard was cut out and removed, moisture-resistant green bathroom plasterboard was installed, and the repaired area was filled and prepared. Loft insulation was also fitted above the previously uninsulated bathroom ceiling.

The failed extractor was replaced with a Vent-Axia Silent fan with humidistat control. Insulated 4-inch ducting was installed to terminate outside the property, and a dehumidifier was supplied to support drying. These improvements help control moisture, but no single measure can guarantee that mould will never return.

Mould in other rooms

Mould was also present in two bedrooms and the sitting room. The likely contributing conditions were a combination of poor ventilation, high humidity, insufficient heating, condensation and cold external walls. Roof leakage was not assumed to be the cause of mould in these rooms.

In one bedroom, wallpaper had been applied over a mould-affected wall. Removing it exposed significant surface damage. Wallpaper was removed where required; complete affected walls and ceilings were treated with fungicidal products, stabilised and stain-blocked with Zinsser GARDZ and B-I-N where needed, prepared and redecorated with Zinsser Perma-White anti-mould paint.

Why diagnosing mould matters

Mould can result from condensation, failed ventilation, leaks, penetrating damp, cold bridging, inadequate heating, insufficient insulation or other building defects. FixMate investigates the visible conditions and likely causes before deciding on a practical treatment and repair plan. This service is not presented as a structural survey or professional damp survey.

Related FixMate services

Mould Treatment · Landlord Maintenance · Painting & Decorating · Handyman Services

Managing the project for the landlord

Because the landlord lived in another city, FixMate arranged access directly with the tenants and attended approximately 10–15 times. Problems were photographed and explained, suitable solutions were recommended, changes to scope were managed, and progress and completion photographs were supplied. The landlord remained informed while several repairs were managed through one point of contact.

Results

• Bathroom ceiling repaired

• Loft insulation improved

• Effective extraction to outside installed

• Mould-affected surfaces treated and rooms redecorated

• Separate kitchen repairs completed

• Landlord and tenant both left 5-star Google reviews

No further mould problems from the treated areas have been reported to FixMate since completion.

Verified customer reviews

“Really pleased with Fixmate Streatham. Detailed, timely, flexible and very good at communicating with customers informing them of changes or suggesting improvements.”

Kehinde O, landlord · Verified 5-star Google review

“Brilliant service and friendly person... did a fantastic job at the bathroom repairs, our bathroom looks upgraded and so much nicer. Mould and damp free and ceiling repair is brilliant. Highly recommended with first class service.”

Habba D, tenant · 5-star Google review