I have lots of experience with loft/attic moisture problems and I believe lap vents are the most appropriate solution.

Daniel Woodley
Daniel spent over 18 years working in the construction, home improvement and landscaping industries but has always been interested in gardening, wildlife and conservation.
History
In late 1997, he started employment as a roofline installer apprentice.
By 2000, Daniel was qualified and working as a team leader, overseeing roofline installations and roofing projects for a mid-size company in the south of the UK.
In 2003, Daniel was running his own home improvement/repair business, serving local customers.
2008 brought a change of direction as Daniel switched to project managing, first for a property renovation firm and later for a mid-size housebuilder. His roles included:
- Overseeing tradespeople.
- Quality control.
- Managing multiple aspects of landscaping and building in general.
- Budget control.
By 2015, Daniel was working as a landscaping project manager for Kier Group, one of the largest construction firms in the UK.
Daniel currently works as the lead consultant here at DIY Gardening and offers in-person services to local customers and remote consultancy services UK-wide.
At DIY Gardening, you’ll find content that Daniel is particularly passionate about, such as:
- Hard landscaping.
- Garden design.
- Construction and roofing.
- Eco-friendly gardens.
- Wildlife protection.
- Product and service reviews where he has been known to be brutally honest.
Expertise
Daniel’s expertise has always been in roofing, home improvement, hard landscaping and project managing. With so many years working in the construction industry, he offers unique insights into the practical aspects of any project, whether that be in the garden or up on the roof.
Qualifications
Daniel has the following qualifications:
NVQ Level 2 in domestic roofline fascia and soffit installations
Diploma in horticulture
APM project management qualification (pmq)
Personal Interests
Daniel has always been interested in gardening and has been growing fruits and vegetables for over 8 years and ornamental plants for nearly 15 years.
Away from the garden and from publishing, Daniel enjoys photography and hiking, with Snowdonia and The Lake District being his favourite places to visit in the UK.
Daniel is also known as the Bald Scrambler and has a YouTube channel where he films himself taking on scrambling challenges in the UK.
Connect With Daniel Woodley
Daniel manages the DIY Gardening YouTube channel.
Daniel can also be found at his:
Photos of Daniel Woodley in Snowdonia and gardening:



On Our Blog
Daniel publishes frequently on our blog, here are some of his entries:
Holes in Lawns
If animals are digging holes in your lush lawn, let us help you with free garden advice from Daniel Woodley.
Solar Security Lights
I purchased over £250 worth of garden solar lights, including security and decorative lights. This is my 2-year review.
Softwood or Hardwood
Here we explain the difference between softwood and hardwood and which is best for a garden decking installation.
Condensation on Windows
This page explains why you’re getting condensation on your windows and how you can fix it permanently with these DIY-friendly solutions.
Best Einhell Strimmer
Einhell manufacture good quality garden tools for amateur and professional use. This is the best Einhell strimmer for gardeners.
Draper Weed Burner
We tested the Draper weed burner in our garden, here’s what’s great and not-so-great about this weed burning tool.
Hozelock Superhoze
This Hozelock Superhoze review is short and concise for one reason; I have nothing good to say about this product.
Vitax Hydrangea Feed
A look at Vitax’s Hydrangea Feed, what’s in it and how well it works. This is my 2-year review of this product.
Gardena Starcut 410 Plus
Watch the video, see our photos and read our honest opinion of the Gardena Starcut 410 Telescopic Pruner.