An investigation into how Energy Performance Certificate variables relate to damp

Excess dampness and mould can lead to poor indoor air quality, building damage, and negative health impacts for occupants. This study investigates several Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) variables such as efficiency rating, building type, and wall types and their relationships to damp issues. An EPC gives a property an energy efficiency rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient) and is valid for 10 years. 859 homes in England's housing stock were analysed, and a significant relationship was found between wall types and damp levels. The result of this study will help in the management of damp issues and the prediction of risky homes

http://dx.doi.org/10.14293/icmb230029