Our son can't come home for Christmas after insulation mould took over
Summary
A UK family cannot stay in their home due to black mould caused by government-funded insulation work. The mould affects their asthmatic son, who must live elsewhere. The situation highlights issues with the government’s home insulation scheme.Key Facts
- The Wadley family experienced black mould after insulation was added under a government scheme in their home.
- Their son, who has asthma, cannot stay in the house due to health concerns and lives with his grandmother during university breaks.
- Over 300 people reported similar problems with insulation under the UK government's ECO4 scheme.
- The National Audit Office found that 29% of the ECO4 insulation work was poorly installed and needed repairs.
- The Energy Consumer Minister stated that reforms are being implemented to improve oversight and fix issues promptly.
- The Wadleys' home had mould and exposed wires, contradicting safety claims by the installer, Stellar Energy.
- Stellar Energy claims the work adhered to technical specifications and regrets the distress caused.
- A building surveyor found the insulation wasn't fitted correctly, pointing to a lack of understanding by the installer.
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