Homes in two Glasgow areas have had special monitors installed to prevent moulding and other issues.

The smart technology was installed in 30 homes as part of a Glasgow City Council initiative, in partnership with North.

West of Scotland Housing Association and Southside Housing Association placed the censors to monitor the temperature and humidity levels, which they will monitor every 30 minutes.

It is hoped that this will create healthier and safer places for residents to live in by minimising issues including dampness and mould.

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Julie Hutchison, business development manager at North, said: “Poor property conditions can create serious health and wellbeing problems for residents, as well as cost housing associations hefty repair bills when issues are left to worsen.

“Housing associations are working in partnership with Glasgow City Council to try and proactively minimise these issues and create healthier and safer places for residents to live, and with North’s support, future-proof its availability of fit-for-purpose accommodation.

"Technology and data gathering are key to almost all digital strategies and this project will allow the housing sector to use digital innovation to enhance services, homes and the quality of life for residents.

“North’s expertise in helping local authorities and organisations realise the benefit that IoT technologies bring to the everyday lives of thousands continues to go from strength to strength. We are incredibly proud to help communities become cleaner, healthier and more sustainable.”

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Councillor Kenny McLean, city convener for housing at Glasgow City Council, said: “Our work with our partners on this pilot Internet of Things project will see the use of technology that will hopefully improve the lives of residents and the condition of their homes. 

"The success of this pilot could pave the way for wider adoption of such technology to optimise energy efficiency, in turn reducing fuel poverty and the impact of housing on the environment and improve the delivery of housing and other services to households.”