As temperatures rise across the UK this summer, keeping your office space cool and comfortable becomes essential for staff wellbeing and productivity. A hot, stuffy office can lead to sluggishness, reduced concentration, and an unhappy team — not to mention grumpy customers if you're in a customer-facing space. Here are some simple, effective ways to cool down your office this summer:
Excess moisture in the air can lead to mould growth, musty odours, and even damage to furniture and electronics. Whether it’s a damp bathroom, a stuffy bedroom, or a moisture-prone basement, maintaining the right humidity level is essential for a healthy and comfortable living space. A small compact dehumidifier is the perfect solution for tackling moisture issues in tight spaces where larger units might not be practical. These portable devices help reduce humidity, prevent condensation, and improve air quality—all...
This week's News brought reports of extensive flooding in England again, marking yet another devastating episode caused by extreme rainfall and overflowing rivers. For far too many residents, this has become an annual nightmare—a recurring battle against destructive floods. These occurrences are going to become more frequent as our planet warms through climate change as the warming atmosphere holds more moisture, translating into heavier downpours, and so the risk of flooding increases. As well as addressing climate change,...
It is important to invest in your workforce and this has been shown to improve productivity. This may mean annual salary increases, flexible working practices, or making sure that their workplace environment is comfortable. To this end, it may be that investing in climate control devices such as heaters, dehumidifiers, humidifiers, or air cleaners is required to provide your workforce with a pleasant and productive place to work. Investing in climate control systems comes with a cost, of course,...
Dehumidifiers are becoming popular in more homes and businesses. But how energy efficient are they? Are they a good investment and can they save you money? In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at the energy efficiency of dehumidifiers to help you if you are considering buying or renting one.
With Winter nearly upon us once again, and in the midst of a cost of living crisis, thoughts turn to ways to save money while still keeping warm during the cold months ahead. Keeping warm isn’t a luxury and is important for staff morale and wellbeing. But the cost of fuel means that more businesses are trying to find ways to keep their staff warm and their premises inviting without breaking the bank. That is why portable heaters...
For homes and businesses with a basement or cellar, dampness can have a pernicious effect on the structure of the building and on the health of anyone who lives or works in these areas. Dampness occurs because the basement or cellar is below the ground level and in proximity to the soil. It is the result of: Water seepage due to the fact that basements are usually below the water table. When the ground is saturated, water can seep through...
Summer is here, and if you haven’t already, there’s a good chance you’ll be switching on the air conditioner soon. You want it to work efficiently to keep you cool and fresh all summer long – and that means you’ll need to carry out some regular maintenance. Fortunately, air conditioner maintenance is quite straightforward, so let’s take a look at some of the most important things you’ll need to do.
In previous blog posts, we have discussed climate change and how this may impact your businesses in terms of preparing for weather extremes such as heat, cold or extreme rainfall. To maintain productivity and the health of your staff you may need to consider augmenting how you cool or heat your business during climate extremes.
Indoor air pollution is something that affects many homes and businesses, and it refers to the presence of pollutants that we breathe in while indoors. Here are some of the hidden dangers you should know about.
