Mold and mildew could be everywhere — from the air we breath to various surfaces of your home.
They create unsightly stains on your walls, ceilings and windowsills, as well as provoke allergic reactions and symptoms related to asthma and other respiratory issues. However, mold and mildew remediation is possible, particularly when left to trained professionals.
Here are some tips for preventing mold and mildew, as well as dealing with the unsightly issue if you discover it in your home:
- Check for water leakage which can easily lead to mold growth. Check behind toilets and under sinks.
- Deal promptly with water damage. Dry anything wet and recently washed — be it furnishings, carpet or wood — within 48 hours.
- Use an air conditioner or dehumidifier to reduce the indoor humidity to less than 60 percent.
- Make sure bathrooms and kitchens are properly ventilated, and if not, consider adding a fan.
- If you find mold, replace any surrounding porous materials, such as ceiling or wall tiles, which can absorb the mold. There are materials out there with a higher resistance to mold growth, such as solid wood floors and trimmings, hard tile and plaster.
- Add insulation to windows, exterior walls, piping, ceiling and floors to prevent condensation.
- Keep carpeting to a minimum in areas like the bathroom and kitchen where moisture is a significant issue.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), mold and mildew starts to grow within 48 hours of constant dampness. People who spend most of their time indoors are going to have a higher risk of health issues from mold contamination. If you're spending most of your time indoors, having your home better insulated will help with mold and mildew remediation and keep mold and mildew contamination at bay.
For more information about mold and mildew remediation in your home, contact the trained experts at Rytech Restoration today.
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