Mould is a common problem that many homeowners face. It’s unsightly, it smells bad, and it can cause health problems. But why does mould grow in our homes? There are many factors that contribute to the growth of mould, and understanding these factors is essential for preventing mould growth in your home. Moisture The…
There are many ways to provide the correct level of ventilation and new buildings have several options… These options run from full mechanical ventilation, through partial mechanical all the way to complete natural ventilation. All these systems have their own benefits, and the building designer can choose. In the refurbishment market, it can be easy…
Managing Housing Stock Planned Maintenance of housing stock is essential in reducing spending and maintaining high living standards. Brookvent offers residential ventilation servicing and maintenance packages for not only Private Homeowners, but Housing Associations and Property Management Agents. Working together Brookvent assists in collating up-to-date and accurate asset registers with not only annual warranty updates but…
It is often interesting how everyday objects can often blur into the background. The better-designed something is the less you notice it. It completes its function perfectly and it blends completely into its environment. It is only occasionally that something happens to focus your attention on an item and, once again, you marvel at how…
Make your home more energy efficient to protect our environment, reduce your carbon emissions and lower your energy bills! Modern built homes have improved the levels of unwanted ventilation reducing heat loss and improving your home to be energy-efficient. A properly designed mechanical ventilation system will provide you with the correct amount of clean and…
Having an extractor fan in your bathroom/kitchen is important because they help to prevent condensation and mould from building up. However, when you have a noisy extractor fan running you may be tempted to switch the fan off. According to a study by waterwise.org, the average shower time is 10 minutes long which is around…
It may seem like a simple question and the answer is fairly straightforward, but sometimes it is good to think about the basics. Often we have missed some fundamental truths that will make a big difference. Ventilation is one of those areas that is often taken for granted and that can lead to mistakes.…
As there is a wide selection of ventilation products available, it can be confusing when it comes to fitting an appropriate product. The most efficient ventilation system on the market doesn’t mean it’s the right one for your project. We’ve seen it all; MVHR selected as a retrofit product ducted to the top floor of…
Few things are more annoying than regulation changes that force you to change what you do. Recent changes to Part F of the building regulations compelling an increased use of window trickle vents can be viewed in that way. You have neat stylish windows and suddenly you are going to have to cut a big…
Importance of MVHR Filters Maintenance Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) works by recovering heat from extracted air that would normally be expelled into the atmosphere and transferring this heat to fresh air being drawn into the property via a heat exchanger. A key part of this process is by having filters. Filtering the air…
Possibility of Prosecution The new part F regulations will come into force in mid-June and people are talking about the possibility of prosecution. We are told that more building inspectors are being recruited and new rules will bring scrutiny. But, does that lead to prosecution? Or is there a much bigger risk to your business?…
Can we avoid the changes to the Building Regulations and Window Vents? When the updated building regulations Part F Ventilation comes into effect, there will be big changes in June. We know we operate in an industry that has a “pirate” element who have rarely worried about the details of the building regulations and often…
