Mould growth and poor indoor air quality has been linked to detrimental health impacts in children, adults, the elderly and those suffering with asthma.

Ministry of Mould provide a comprehensive service to deal with mould in all types of properties and all budgets. If you are struggling with breathing problems, allergic reactions, worsening asthma symptoms or headaches and fatigue then mould and poor indoor air quality may be contributing.

We provide a range of services including independent damp and mould surveys, diy mould test kits, professional mould testing and ventilation upgrades.

We are Dewpoint Corporate members which comes with a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and integrity. If you have any questions or would like some help or advice then please feel free to get in touch.

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...trustworthy and efficient

We have been working with Ministry of Mould for just about a year and couldn't be more satisfied with their service. From the outset, their team has consistently demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and a genuine commitment to meeting our needs. The quality of their service has always been top-notch, and we have never encountered any issues with them. Their attention to detail and ability to accommodate our requests have set them apart from other suppliers we have worked with in the past. Communication with Ministry of Mould is smooth and responsive, whenever we had questions or needed an area assessing and samples taken, their team was quick to respond and always provided clear and helpful information / reports. We recommend Ministry of Mould to any business looking for a trustworthy and efficient service provider. We have been working with Ministry of Mould for just about a year and couldn't be more satisfied with their service. From the outset, their... We have been working with Ministry of Mould for just about a year and couldn't be more satisfied with their service. From the outset, their team has consistently demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and a genuine commitment to meeting our needs. The quality of their service has always been top-notch, and we have never encountered any issues with them. Their attention to detail and ability to accommodate our requests have set them apart from other suppliers we have worked with in the past. Communication with Ministry of Mould is smooth and responsive, whenever we had questions or needed an area assessing and samples taken, their team was quick to respond and always provided clear and helpful information / reports. We recommend Ministry of Mould to any business looking for a trustworthy and efficient service provider.

Mark Hatton KDC/One Lead Health and Safety Practitioner

Would 100% recommend this company

Working in an old building comes with its challenges, and as an art gallery we started to notice black mould appearing in our building. This poses a massive threat to not only the artwork that we have in the gallery, but also to our archive, our library and our staff's health too! We approached Ministry of Mould to help us get rid of the problem and from the start, the team were positive and helped us understand the process and how the treatment works, as we were concerned about the various materials in the archive and how the chemicals might impact them. Thankfully with such a non-invasive process, our entire building was able to be fogged and treated in just a day, with incredible results. A comprehensive report showing the before and after results, as well as Tom's advice in recommending key items that will help with ongoing air quality in the building, meant that we're now able to focus on our business without worrying about any of these issues. A lot of other specialists that we spoke to provided hyper-inflated costs, or were hesitant to commit owing to the scale and specificity of our building and work, Ministry of Mould were solutions-oriented right from the start and have made a huge impact on our organisation, making it a much safer place to work, and a much more secure environment for artwork too. Would 100% recommend getting in touch with the team if you're experiencing similar issues. Thanks Tom Working in an old building comes with its challenges, and as an art gallery we started to notice black mould appearing in our building. This... Working in an old building comes with its challenges, and as an art gallery we started to notice black mould appearing in our building. This poses a massive threat to not only the artwork that we have in the gallery, but also to our archive, our library and our staff's health too! We approached Ministry of Mould to help us get rid of the problem and from the start, the team were positive and helped us understand the process and how the treatment works, as we were concerned about the various materials in the archive and how the chemicals might impact them. Thankfully with such a non-invasive process, our entire building was able to be fogged and treated in just a day, with incredible results. A comprehensive report showing the before and after results, as well as Tom's advice in recommending key items that will help with ongoing air quality in the building, meant that we're now able to focus on our business without worrying about any of these issues. A lot of other specialists that we spoke to provided hyper-inflated costs, or were hesitant to commit owing to the scale and specificity of our building and work, Ministry of Mould were solutions-oriented right from the start and have made a huge impact on our organisation, making it a much safer place to work, and a much more secure environment for artwork too. Would 100% recommend getting in touch with the team if you're experiencing similar issues. Thanks Tom

Bob Gelsthorpe - Ffotogallery, Cardiff

Great information!!

Really great information, THANK YOU! Really great information, THANK YOU! Really great information, THANK YOU!

Helen E. London

Helpful and professional

Tom came to look at our mould problem, he was extremely helpful and professional cannot fault five stars!!! His honesty shone through as he felt I should consult a damp specialist firm first and pointed me in that direction. Would definitely recommend his services. Tom came to look at our mould problem, he was extremely helpful and professional cannot fault five stars!!! His honesty shone through as he felt... Tom came to look at our mould problem, he was extremely helpful and professional cannot fault five stars!!! His honesty shone through as he felt I should consult a damp specialist firm first and pointed me in that direction. Would definitely recommend his services.

Ray Ellmore. Devon.

Thank you

Thank you so much for the mould testing report. Super useful. Thank you so much for the mould testing report. Super useful. Thank you so much for the mould testing report. Super useful.

Ingrid M. London

Straight forward and helpful

We contacted Ministry of Mould and they were pleasant and helpful. Came round at short notice to treat two large patches of mould in the bedrooms. Overall they did a great job at treating these and were thorough in the assessment as to the cause, doing a full thermal study to reveal issues with insulation in the house. The prevention recommendations were really straight forward and helpful. We contacted Ministry of Mould and they were pleasant and helpful. Came round at short notice to treat two large patches of mould in the... We contacted Ministry of Mould and they were pleasant and helpful. Came round at short notice to treat two large patches of mould in the bedrooms. Overall they did a great job at treating these and were thorough in the assessment as to the cause, doing a full thermal study to reveal issues with insulation in the house. The prevention recommendations were really straight forward and helpful.

Rachael M. Plymouth

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The quality of the indoor air we breathe has a direct impact on our health, well-being and productivity.

Most people spend 80 - 90% of their time indoors so managing indoor air quality is crucial for our health. Sadly, this is often the last place people think to look when improving their wellness.

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  • Mould Testing

    Gain clarity about your mould problem with our range of DIY mould test kits and professional spore trap mould air tests services. All of our testing is analysed in a lab and will tell you if toxic moulds are present such as Aspergillus, Stachybotrys, Chaetomium, Fusarium, Alternia and Penicillium.

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    Damp and Mould Surveys

    Mould needs moisture to grow so identifying the source is crucial to successful mould remediation. Our damp and mould surveys use a wide range of equipment to identify building defects causing the damp or mould problems. We do not carry out any works so provide you with an impartial view on the issues present.

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    Ministry of Mould were solutions-oriented right from the start and have made a huge impact on our organisation, making it a much safer place to work, and a much more...

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FAQ

Is mould bad for my health?

While small areas of mould on tile grout are unlikely to cause any harm, large outbreaks on walls and ceilings are proven to cause harm to humans. The NHS states “…if you have damp and mould in your home you’re more likely to have respiratory problems, respiratory infections, allergies or asthma. Damp and mould can also affect the immune system.”

On a personal note the owner of Ministry of Mould’s young children were both hopsitalised with bronchiolitis due to mould growth in their home. This was before he knew the dangers of mould and a large motivation for setting up a mould remediation company. 

I'm renting my home - help!

Currently in the UK the law is undergoing significant changes to force landlords to take reasonable steps to prevent damp and mould in a property.

We are able to provide to non-invasive damp and mould surveys and mould testing for tenants.

As a tenant you are responsible for doing your part to prevent mould. There is no set rule on who should pay and the best advice is to have a sensible discussion with your landlord. If your landlord is not sure how to solve the issues then ask them to contact us and we will carry out a survey.

The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act puts duties onto the landlord in respect of damp and mould. 

The housing ombudsman has released several key papers which explain that the tenants should no longer be told that the mould is down to lifestyle. 

Why did you start a damp and mould testing company?

Ministry of Mould was started by me, Tom Dear, an asthma sufferer having worked for 8 years in the general damp proofing and waterproofing industry.

The consensus amoung my fellow damp experts was that mould was harmless and 'those Americans are mad'. I always knew that this belief was wrong, my eyes itching every time I entered a mouldy building demonstrated very clearly that something was going on.

My son has always suffered with asthma and so as my kids have grown, I've found that monitoring my indoor environment has become more and more of an obsession.

In 2022 Ministry of Mould was launched, initially with a range of anti-mould paints, then as time progressed I realised that the best way to help was by offering expertise to show people why the mould was growing.

Over the last few years the company has expanded across the country and we now help more and more people eliminate mould and reclaim their health.

Where do you cover?

We cover most of the southern part of England and south Wales. Essentially, we cover everywhere south of Birmingham.

This includes:

London, Bristol, Bournemouth, Portsmouth, Southampton, Exeter, Plymouth, Truro, Dorchester, Swindon, Reading, Slough, Yeovil, Worthing, Oxford, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cardiff, Newport, Worcester and Birmingham.

What causes mould?

There are many causes of mould but the main driver is the presence of moisture, humidity and dampness in a building. 

In the UK, particularly the South West and Wales, we have very wet weather with long periods of cold and humid weather. These conditions can lead to mould growing on walls, windows, ceiling and hidden places throughout a house. 

Our independent surveys and mould testing can help you identify the causes of the mould so that long term prevention can be carried out.

Can I speak with someone about my mould issue?

You sure can! Call 0333 090 1228 and one of the team will help you.

We also offer a 30 minute video consultation which is extremely useful if you don't know where to begin.