Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Chigwell]
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Summary of Defects found on Housing Inspections
Defective Roofs 46
W.C.'s 10
„ Flushing Cisterns 8
„ Sinks and waste pipes 5
„ Sash cords 10
Walls 8
„ Gutters and rainwater pipes 14
„ Yard Paving 3
„ Windows 16
„ Drainage and vent pipes 8
„ Gullies 9
„ Internal Walls (plaster) 36
„ Ceilings 26
„ Water Fittings and pipes 6
„ Flooring 10
„ External Walls 14
„ Stoves, boilers and fireplaces 18
„ Dustbins 14
„ Doors 12
Dampness 20
Under floor ventilation lack of 8
Dirty Walls and Ceilings 10
Redecoration after repair 12
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