Mold Prevention: Ways to Stop Mold and Mildew in Your Home

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Mold Prevention: 
Ways to Stop Mold and Mildew in Your Home
 
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Moisture problems like mold and mildew are
common in hot and humid areas. However,
mold can also be a problem in winter under
certain situations. You may not know it, but
mold can grow anywhere – from your
carpet, the bathroom, the kitchen, your roof,
the ceiling, in between your walls, and other
inaccessible spaces in your home – and it
slowly wreaks havoc in your home, health,
and finances.
According 
to 
the 
United 
States
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
our home’s indoor air is two to five times
more harmful than outdoor air – with indoor
air measurements in some cases being a
hundred times more polluted than that of
the outside environment. Unfortunately, one
of 
the 
problems 
that 
significantly
contributes to this is mold.
Mold spores can fan out easily and cannot
be entirely eradicated no matter how
careful you are. Not only is it difficult and
costly to address, but it can also produce
irritants and allergens (and even toxins) that
can cause throat, skin, and eye irritation, as
well as coughing and nasal stuffiness.
All of these explain why it’s important for
every homeowner to know how to prevent
mold before it’s too late. The best approach
is always prevention – more specifically,
mold and mildew prevention.
That said, below are some ways to prevent
and control mold growth in your home.
1. Eliminate Clutter
First things first – make sure to only keep
things that you need and get rid of any
unnecessary clutter that blocks your airflow
and hinders air circulation from your HVAC
system. This 
includes draperies 
and
furniture, 
which 
can 
also 
cause
condensation that creates micro-climates
conducive to mold growth.
Moreover, make sure to regularly dust your
furniture, cabinets, and doors, and keep
your display items in glass containers.
2. Keep Things Clean
All items or areas where mildew is likely to
grow should always be kept clean, as they
can foster mold growth with the right
moisture and temperature. On that note,
greasy spaces, like those found in your
kitchen walls, may supply the necessary
nutrients for mildew-causing molds and,
therefore, should be kept squeaky-clean.
It is also important to clean soiled clothing,
as they contain nutrients for mildew-
causing molds. Synthetic fibers such as
acetate, polyester, acrylic, and nylon are
usually resistant to mildew, but soiling these
fabric types can create an environment that
can foster mold and mildew growth. You
can prevent mildewing by using mold and
mildew cleaners to clean soiled fabrics of
any type thoroughly.
3. Get the Right Size for Your HVAC Unit
A bigger HVAC unit does not necessarily
mean more efficient cooling for your home.
Having an AC unit of the right size installed
in your home is the best way to optimize
cooling and promote mold prevention. 
If your AC unit is too small to fit your home,
then it will eventually keep working to cool
that large space and achieve no success as
it does not have the capacity to do so. As a
result, this will inflate costs. On the other
hand, an oversized unit will waste energy by
constantly starting and stopping and won’t
remove much moisture from the air.
4. Inspect the HVAC Drain Pipe
Make sure that your condensate drain pipe
– the slim white pipe that sticks out on the
side of your house – is regularly dripping.
Otherwise, it may mean that the pipe is
blocked, and water may be stuck and piling
up inside your HVAC unit.
Moreover, one of the main sources of mold
and mildew is the HVAC duct. It is where
mold spores are usually trapped. That said,
you should always check for 
leaks in
ceilings, foundations, roofs, and walls of
your house and unclog the drains of your
HVAC units regularly. Replace any shabby
pipes and have leaks repaired as soon as
possible.
5. Maintain Proper Ventilation
Domestic activities like cooking, laundry, or
taking a shower can promote mold growth
in your home. That said, make sure that
high-moisture areas in your home – such as
your kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room –
are properly ventilated. 
If possible, use AC units and dehumidifiers
(especially in areas with high humidity) but
see to it that they don’t give off moisture
themselves by cleaning them and inspecting
them regularly.
Mold prevention can also be done by simply
opening the windows when cooking or
washing clothes and dishes or taking a
shower. You can also have an exhaust fan
to prevent moisture and have natural
ventilation inside your home. This also
allows for fresh airflow in your home, which
decreases indoor carbon dioxide levels,
dries out wet and mildew areas, and also
reduces odors and stuffiness.
6. Maintain Healthy Humidity Levels
Good mold and mildew prevention involves
keeping humidity levels low. This can be
achieved by having vent fans, plug-in
dehumidifiers, 
or 
whole-home
humidification installed in your home.
HVAC systems also work great to control
humidity levels by drying and circulating the
air – making it perfect for a closed-up
home. When it comes to air conditioning
systems, always look for units that have
enhanced moisture removal and a minimum
SEER rating of 14.
Professional Mold Mitigation Services
If your mold and mildew problems call for
professional mold removal, it’s best to leave
it to our experts for water damage
restoration service in Omaha, NE. 
Our team has the right set of skills,
knowledge, and state-of-the-art equipment
to handle all types of mold infestation in
your home. With more than a decade of
experience, you can trust our expertise to
restore your property’s value and prevent
long-term damage. Call us now!
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(719) 571-9854
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(303) 297-1639
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