Health hazards in and around the home

PROPERTY NEWS - The pandemic has highlighted just how quickly germs can spread. Though everyone takes the necessary preventative measures when leaving the home, it is important to remember that there are aspects within the home that can present certain health risks as well.

Now that everyone is spending more time within their homes, and with winter here, it is becoming even more important to address any repair issues in and around the home.

Regional Director and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, Adrian Goslett, explains that doing so will not only remove any potential health hazards, but it will also increase the appeal of the home, which will help homeowners sell at a later stage should they wish to do so.

"Issues such as cracked window and door frames make for cold and draughty interiors, which has multiple health implications. Mould and mildew point to greater dampness problems which could pose health risks.

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"Mould is usually found in damp places such as bathrooms or kitchens and can build up in unseen places like corners that don't receive a lot of sunlight or ventilation. Addressing these kinds of issues will not only keep homeowners healthy, but it will also improve the overall appeal of the home," says Goslett.

"Factors that pose a risk to our health not only live outside our doors, but they also live inside our homes. Homeowners ought to take this into consideration and address any repair issues in the home as soon as they arise.

"Keeping a home well-maintained will not only prevent health risks but will also end up saving a homeowner from having to make costly repairs to issues that have been ignored," Goslett concludes.

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