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Temperature & Humidity Detection
At Resisure, we understand the unique challenges faced by landlords, property managers and housing associations, especially when it comes to managing home maintenance issues such as low temperature and high humidity
That’s why we created our innovative monitoring platform to put the power in your hands, providing you with unrivalled visibility of the temperature and humidity levels in every property. With accurate monitoring every thirty minutes and easy to understand reporting, we’ve created the ultimate temperature and humidity detection and prevention technology to safeguard your portfolio and keep residents comfortable.
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Whether you’re an institutional investor, an individual landlord, a property manager or housing association, one thing is clear - temperature and humidity issues have the potential to be incredibly damaging to the home, and with levels set to worsen and new regulations being introduced regarding the standard of living in rental properties, the time to act is now.
Here at Resisure, we firmly believe that prevention is the solution to issues such as low temperatures and rising humidity levels, which is why our innovative monitoring platform is designed to keep track of temperature and humidity levels within the home before they start to cause damage. Our data-driven insights ensure that any peaks or troughs in temperature and humidity, or worrying trends in properties environment, are addressed before they start to cause health issues to inhabitants or damage the fabric of your properties. That’s how we protect your tenants, improve resident satisfaction, and keep your investments in the best shape.
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Stanford University found that low humidity can increase the spread of seasonal illnesses, such as the flu and even COVID-19.
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Humidity levels in British households should be 60% at most, but humidity levels are set to far outpace this by 2030.
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Over half of privately rented households in England are dealing with damp, mould and/or excessive cold in their homes.
What is humidity?
Humidity refers to the amount of moisture or water vapour in the air. Represented as a percentage, it indicates how much water vapour is present compared to the maximum the air can hold at a particular temperature. Though invisible, humidity significantly impacts our comfort and daily experiences. Its levels fluctuate based on factors such as geographic location, weather patterns, and human activities. Understanding humidity is crucial for managing indoor environments, ensuring comfort, and preventing problems related to excessive or insufficient moisture in the air such as mould and damp.
Humidity is getting worse
Humidity levels are rapidly worsening worldwide. According to the Met Office, as global temperatures rise, the atmosphere's capacity to hold moisture increases. This not only intensifies the frequency and severity of extreme rainfall but also leads to higher humidity levels. Independent research supports this, with Cardiff Metropolitan University predicting that by 2030, relative humidity in Wales will exceed the ideal range, with all regions experiencing levels above 60%. This trend indicates that homes across the UK—and globally—must begin addressing humidity issues seriously.
Ideal temperature and humidity levels for your home
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers recommends maintaining indoor humidity levels between 40% and 60% in UK homes. These levels can fluctuate with the seasons—typically higher in summer and lower in winter. Humidity also varies by room: for instance, kitchens and bathrooms, which frequently experience running water and temperature changes, are more prone to higher humidity levels than bedrooms. In fact, Public Health England recommend that each home should be a minimum of 18 degrees for 9 hours every day. In order to keep your property portfolio performing optimally, it is vital to keep track of these metrics with a tool such as Resisure’s innovative monitoring platform to assess whether you are meeting these recommended humidity levels.
Dangers of High Humidity
When humidity levels exceed the recommended 60%, it can lead to significant issues for your property, as well as the health of residents within the property. Excess moisture can damage the structural fabric of your property, increasing the risk of dampness and mould, which can, in turn, lead to a host of health concerns and damage to property. Over time, high humidity can cause insulation and framing to become damp, potentially compromising the structural integrity of your home. Prolonged exposure can also cause warping in walls, floors, and wooden furniture.
From a health perspective, high humidity can hinder sweat evaporation, increasing the risk of heat stroke and heat exhaustion during hot weather. The dense air in high-humidity environments can also be problematic for those with respiratory conditions, making it more difficult to breathe and exacerbating conditions like asthma. Additionally, the increased likelihood of mould growth in high-humidity settings can worsen allergies.
Dangers of Low Humidity
While high humidity is a common concern due to its potential to cause dampness and mold, low humidity levels can be equally problematic. Humidity levels below the recommended 40% can cause discomfort, including dry nose and throat. Low humidity environments can also make it easier for airborne viruses to spread. A study by Stanford University found that low humidity can even increase the spread of seasonal illnesses, such as the flu and even COVID-19.
Dangers of High Temperature
Low temperatures in rental homes pose significant health and safety risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, young children, and those with preexisting medical conditions. According to the National Institute of Health, cold air inflames the lungs and inhibits circulation, leading to an increased risk of respiratory conditions such as asthma attacks and worsening symptoms of COPD. Prolonged exposure to cold temperatures also weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to infections. Additionally, freezing temperatures can cause water pipes to freeze, leading to burst pipes and extensive property damage, further jeopardizing the safety and comfort of tenants. For landlords, it’s crucial to maintain indoor temperatures to prevent these risks. Balancing indoor temperatures is therefore essential to protect both tenants’ health and the property itself, ensuring a safe living environment year-round.
The Introduction of Awaab’s Law
This is particularly pertinent following the introduction of Awaab’s Law, a new regulation put in place following the death of two year old Awaab Ishak in 2020 following worsening living conditions in his social rented accommodation. Following Awaab’s devastating death, the government have been keen to reevaluate the safety of rental units across the UK, especially as it pertains to mould, damp and humidity.
To enforce stricter standards, the government have enforced legislation when it comes to social housing tenancies, meaning that all registered social housing providers are now held accountable for the condition of the properties they manage. Should these conditions be inadequate, such as harbouring excessive amounts of mould, or mould-harbouring high humidity, social landlords can now be challenged by their tenants for breaching the contract of their tenancy. As such, it is now more important than ever before to ensure that accommodation across all sectors is able to house residents safely.
Awaab’s Law requires landlords to investigate and fix reported health hazards within specified timeframes. The new rules will form part of a tenancy agreement, so that tenants can hold landlords to account by law if they fail to provide a decent home.
The power of temperature and humidity monitoring
With Resisure, you have the ability to monitor temperature and humidity levels across individual properties and proactively address potential issues before they escalate. Our pioneering Resisure monitoring technology collects data on the temperature and moisture levels in the air every thirty minutes, which is sent back for analysis to our control centre every three hours and fed back to you within an easy-to-read weekly report (which we then feed back to you in the form of a simple and intuitive dashboard.) This allows you to determine if temperature and humidity levels within your properties (units) are stable or irregular, and can even help you determine the cause and effect to see what is impacting the living environment (humidity) in each home. All from a small wireless device that’s the size of an iPhone!
Ready to take control with proactive property management?
Join the growing number of property providers who trust Resisure to keep their properties safe and their tenants happy with our proactive prevention device. Contact us today to learn more about our temperature and humidity monitoring solutions and how we can tailor them to meet your specific needs.
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