December is here, the festive season is around the corner and colder weather conditions are bringing heavy rain and ice to your front door. It's no surprise that many of us will turn up the heating to combat the chill.

As families turn up the heat to survive the groggy conditions, they will have to find ways to keep their homes mould-free.

MyBuilder.com told ChronicleLive that millions of householders are struggling with mould. According to government guidance, damp and mould can produce mould spores and toxins that can lead to respiratory problems.

Building expert Andy Simms from MyBuilder, shares his handy methods to keep mould away and improve ventilation, as MyBuilder says around 38% of homeowners are experiencing mould in their homes.

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