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Ventilation issues in mid-terraced "victorian" grd flr

Hi - suffering from symptoms of poor ventilation in the grd flr of a mid-terraced "Victorian" house. Chief among them is condensation build-up.

On a related note, "I" am in the process of refurbishing the single-glazed bay window and upgrading to double-glazing, which might help some..

Unfortunately, however, the window's profile is too slim to accommodate an air vent. The joiner whom I've contracted to refurbish the windows suggested "air bricks".

Some quick Googling reveals that the placement of said air bricks is important, optimising and fixing air flow issues.

Without knowing what the underground situation is, can you advise if:
a) air bricks are a sound idea, and;
b) where best to place them?

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  • Emmia
    Emmia Posts: 6,339 Forumite
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    edited 30 October at 8:05PM
    Do you have things like good extractor fans in the bathroom and kitchen to help remove moisture from showers / cooking?  A dehumidifier?  
  • subjecttocontract
    subjecttocontract Posts: 2,997 Forumite
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    Normally old Victorian houses are notoriously draughty. Especially if you have single glazed windows or sashes. Do you dry clothes over the radiators ? Do you have kitchen & bathroom extractor fans ? Do you open widows to clear condensation ?
  • scoobyjones1
    scoobyjones1 Posts: 219 Forumite
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    Modern double glazed windows now have ventilation flaps on the top...so they will help.
    A dehumidifier would help as well.
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