Hot weather can impact so many aspects of our lives, including our homes. This can damage or create gaps in the facade and as a consequence, this could mean you end up with a leak later in the year.”So what exactly are the unexpected things that can happen to your home in hot weather? Bacteria and mouldFor Rhiannon Johns, head of brand and interior designer at Piglet in Bed, hot weather can affect various things around the home, including soft furnishings. “As we know, humid air contains moisture, and with increased levels of humidity inside the home during hot weather, artwork and paintings could become damaged. I would recommend intermittently running a dehumidifier to keep moisture levels to a minimum.