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Free Mould Risk Assessment Tool

Mould Risk Calculator:

Predict & Prevent Mould Growth

Calculate surface relative humidity and accurately predict mould growth risk in your home. Understand why mould forms and how to prevent it effectively.

Already Have Mould Problems?

This tool helps understand mould risk, but existing mould needs professional remediation. Our surveyors identify the root causes of mould growth.

Enter Your Conditions

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Cold surfaces (walls, windows) are often 5–15°C cooler than room air
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Typical UK living room: 18–22°C
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UK homes often have 60–80% humidity
Key Mould Thresholds:
  • >90% Surface RH: High mould risk (growth likely within days)
  • 75–90% Surface RH: Moderate risk (growth possible within weeks)
  • <75% Surface RH: Low risk (unlikely to support mould growth)
  • Calculations use Magnus formula for accuracy

Analyse Your Mould Risk

Enter your conditions to calculate surface relative humidity and mould growth risk.

Understanding Mould Growth

Learn why mould forms and how surface conditions determine growth risk.

Surface Relative Humidity

Cold surfaces create local high humidity conditions, even when room air seems dry. This "micro-climate" is what mould spores respond to.

Temperature Difference

The greater the difference between air and surface temperature, the higher the surface RH. Cold bridges and insulation gaps create perfect mould conditions.

Growth Timelines

Mould can begin growing within 24–48 hours at >90% surface RH. At 75–90%, growth may take weeks. Below 75%, mould spores remain dormant.

Mould Prevention Solutions

1. Reduce Surface Humidity
  • Improve insulation to warm cold surfaces
  • Use thermal curtains on cold windows
  • Move furniture away from external walls
  • Address thermal bridging issues
  • Consider insulated plasterboard
2. Control Air Humidity
  • Use extractor fans in bathrooms and kitchens
  • Vent tumble dryers to outside
  • Dry clothes outdoors or in ventilated rooms
  • Use dehumidifiers in problem areas
  • Open windows regularly for cross-ventilation
3. Professional Interventions
  • Professional mould surveys to identify root causes
  • Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) systems
  • Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR)
  • Thermal imaging to identify cold spots
  • Professional mould remediation if needed
4. Immediate Actions for Existing Mould
  • Clean with mould-removal products (never bleach)
  • Wear protective mask and gloves
  • Address the moisture source first
  • Improve ventilation in affected areas
  • Monitor regularly for recurrence

Need Professional Mould Solutions?

While this calculator helps understand mould risk, persistent mould problems need professional diagnosis. Mould is often a symptom of underlying damp issues that require specific treatments.

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Identify cold spots & thermal bridges

Surface RH Analysis

Precise moisture level measurements

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