Heal Your Home

Are you worried that you live in an area that has high radon levels and you want to know how to measure it? Do you know the potential risks are to you and your family's health? Well, this is the podcast episode for you.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property.

In this episode, titled "Radon Gas - What is it and is it harmful?", we investigate and tell you everything you need to know about radon gas. We enjoy the first of a running series of health and wellbeing interviews with Aaron Nappin.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on the risk of radon gas in older properties. And explain a tenant's right to request radon testing from their landlord

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Teaser

00:13 Episode Introduction

00:58 Topic - What is Radon?

01:58 What is Radon?

02:53 Measuring Radon

04:00 Properties susceptible to Radon

05:20 The role of ventilation

08:33 Cost of improvements

10:28 Interview Introduction

10:48 Aaron Nappin Interview - Habits and multi-use rooms

32:21 Listener Question - Is my home at risk of Radon exposure?

35:04 Tenant Top Tip - Tenant's right to request a Radon test

36:16 Outro

00:00 Teaser

00:04 Episode introduction

00:42 Topic - Difference between EPC and SAP

01:35 What are SAP Certificates?

02:07 What are EPC Certificates?

04:34 How are EPC Certificates generated?

05:36 Using EPC Recommendation sections

09:28 Interview Introduction

09:44 Charlotte Dawson Interview - Part 2

34:48 Listener Question - How to upgrade your heating

40:20 Tenant Top Tip - What to do if you are left with no heating?

44:43 Outro

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Do you want to find out the best way to heat your home? Well, this is the episode for you.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Best ways to heat your home?", we explore the difference between Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and Standard Assessment Procedures (SAPs). We enjoy part two of our interview with interior designer, Charlotte Dawson.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on upgrading the heating in your home and offer a tenant top tip on what to do if you are left with no heating.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Teaser

00:04 Episode introduction

00:42 Topic - Difference between EPC and SAP

01:35 What are SAP Certificates?

02:07 What are EPC Certificates?

04:34 How are EPC Certificates generated?

05:36 Using EPC Recommendation sections

09:28 Interview Introduction

09:44 Charlotte Dawson Interview - Part 2

34:48 Listener Question - How to upgrade your heating

40:20 Tenant Top Tip - What to do if you are left with no heating?

44:43 Outro

If you want to get your free copy of my Guide For Maintaining a Healthy Property, here's the link!

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Are you thinking of getting a ground source heat pump for your property? Do you want to know the benefits and disadvantages and whether it's right for you and your family? Well, check out this episode of Heal Your Home to find out more.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Ground Source Heat Pumps: Are they right for your home?", we explore the pros and cons of Ground Source Heat Pumps. We also sit down with a planning specialist to discuss planning permissions and having your say as a homeowner or tenant within your neighbourhood.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on dealing with asbestos in your home and offer a tenant top tip regarding minimum energy efficiency standards, or MEES, and what they mean for tenants.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Teaser

00:11 Episode introduction

00:54 Topic - Ground Source Heat Pumps

02:04 Restraints of Ground Source Heat Pumps

04:48 Advantages of Ground Source Heat Pumps

08:57 James Doyle Interview

23:00 Listener question - Asbestos

29:23 Tenant Top Tip - Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)

33:13 Outro

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Has your property got some rooms that remain cold while others are overheating? Do you want to know what to do about it? Find out how to set your home up for success.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Thermal optimisation of your home", we explore how you can personalise the insulation for your home. We also sit down with an interior designer to discuss the importance of interior design for enhancing your physical and mental wellbeing.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on DIY damp treatment and offer a tenant top tip on what is considered tenant damage.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 - Introduction

00:50 - Topic - Thermal optimisation in your home

14:41 - Kathryn Boat interview

37:27 - Listener question - DIY damp treatment

40:09 Top Tip - Understanding tenant damage

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Is your home as energy efficient as it could be? Find out how smart tech can help you reduce your energy cost.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Reduce your energy costs with smart tech", we explore how smart technology and appliances can help reduce your energy costs throughout the year. We also sit down with an interior designer discussing the importance of considering your home's layout and interior design to enhance wellbeing for you and your family.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on window safety and offer a tenant top tip on managing black spot mould on your ceiling.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Introduction

00:52 Topic - Reduce your energy costs with smart tech

12:10 Charlotte Dawson interview

29:11 Listener question - Window safety

30:46 Top Tip - Black spot mould on your ceiling

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Your burning questions answered, in one episode.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "HYH Special: Your Questions Answered", we dive into our inbox and answer some listener questions and share more information on wellbeing within your home.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for you and your family. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Introduction

00:30 Damp in a coastal property

02:39 Dealing with a rodent infestation in your roof

04:21 Gutter problems in a new build home

06:05 Understanding wellbeing within your home

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Is your home a den of tranquillity? Find out how to make your home environment work for you.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Make your home a haven", we explore how to make the most of your living environment for your health. We also sit down with a lettings expert to deep dive into support and advice for tenants and landlords.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on the benefits of solar panels and offer a tenant top tip on your rights as a tenant against problem neighbours.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Topic - How to relax and reduce stress in your home

07:41 Daniel Mayho interview

23:29 Listener question - Benefits of solar panels?

29:58 Top Tip - Tenant rights against problem neighbours

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Are you looking for a Surveyor? Find out more about your protections.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "How the RICS keep you protected", we sit down with leaders from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) to explore their role in protecting consumers.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on managing heat loss and offer a tenant top tip on addressing cold properties with your landlord.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Introduction

01:46 Paul Bagust and Mairead Carroll interview

25:02 Listener question - Managing heat loss

28:54 Top Tip - Addressing cold properties with your landlord

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Are you renovating an old building? Find out what you should be looking out for.

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Renovating old buildings - everything you need to know!", we go on site to to a 200-year old Count House in Cornwall to explore common issues with old homes. I also have a sit down with Andrew Richards from Cornwall Council's Historic Preservation Department.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on managing condensation and offer a tenant top tip on safe ventilation practices.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Introduction

00:53 On-location: Common defects with older properties

16:05 Andrew Richards interview

37:03 Listener question - Condensation

39:08 Top Tip - Ventilation

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Is your home energy efficient? And if not, how can you solved it?

I'm your host Jason Ratcliffe, a Qualified Surveyor and the Home Health Expert.

My goal is to make sure you're equipped with all the knowledge you need to be safe and happy with your home. It doesn't matter if you're a homeowner, a renting tenant, or a landlord, my aim is the same - to help you get the best from your property. 

In this episode, titled "Energy Performance Certificates: Do they tell the whole truth?", we explore the pros and cons of EPCs and speak to an Estate Agent on how you can get the most energy efficiency from your home, whether you're a homeowner, landlord, or tenant.

Plus, we answer a listener's question on discussing energy improvements with your landlord and offer a tenant top tip for resolving landlord disputes easily.

So, listen in as we explore how to create a healthier, safer home environment for the elderly and vulnerable people in your life. Click play and let's get started!

00:00 Introduction

00:56 EPC Certificates

01:12 What is an EPC?

02:41 Downsides of an EPC

04:40 How can EPC Certificate be improved?

08:26 Can EPC rating affect property value?

13:10 Interview with Rob Graves - Property Director

23:39 Listener question - Energy Efficiency

26:35 Top Tip - Resolving Landlord disputes

If you want to get your free copy of my Guide For Maintaining a Healthy Property, here's the link!

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