TeamMold plays a significant role in making penicillin and brie, but it becomes harmful when it starts growing undetected in your house. Once it starts growing it becomes pretty much impossible to eradicate it. Mold produces irritants and allergens that can lead to serious respiratory issues.
Fixing mold problems is difficult and costly. It is better to take measures to prevent mold growth rather than focusing on fixing it later on.
Tips For Mold Prevention
Here are some effective tips for keeping the house mold-free.
Identifying Vulnerable Areas
It is possible to make your house mold-resistant by simply conducting an audit of the property. Mold can grow anywhere, so you need to look carefully and check every nook and corner of the house. Mold growth is easy to identify if you know the signs to look for.
Some of the common mold growth signs of vulnerable and problem areas:
- Flood in the basement
- Frequent condensation on windows upstairs
- Persistent leak resulting in water stains
If the basement is damp then the best approach is to get rid of the carpet and investing in mold-resistant products. If you notice any of the above-mentioned signs, make sure you take immediate action otherwise it will become too expensive and near-impossible to fix the problem.
Invest In Proper Ventilation
Mold growth is mostly the result of daily domestic activities such as doing laundry, cooking dinner, and taking a shower. To prevent mold, because of routine domestic tasks, the house must have proper ventilation. Appliances like stoves and clothes dryers produce moisture, and without a proper vent, they can become a perfect breeding ground for mold.
Dehumidifiers and air conditioning are effective in providing ventilation. But AC and dehumidifiers need maintenance to ensure they do not produce moisture and offer the perfect place for mold to grow instead of preventing it. Opening a window or running an exhaust fan while taking a shower or cooking is also helpful in preventing mold growth.
Dry Wet Areas
Mold needs moisture to grow, so to prevent its growth immediately handle wet areas. Water can seep into the basement after heavy rainfall or a flood, so make sure you check it ad if there is any seepage, take immediate action, and remove wet things.
You are inviting the mold to grow if you leave wet products lying around the house. Put them outside because the air circulation will dry them, saving you the trouble of dealing with mold.
Get Mold-Resistant Products
Whether you are building a new home or doing some renovation you should buy mold-resistant products. Mold-resistant sheetrock, drywall, and mold inhibitors for paints will keep mold away from the house.
Traditional drywall is manufactured from gypsum plaster core, which is pressed between papers whereas the mold-resistant drywall uses fiberglass to cover gypsum instead of paper. The fiberglass makes the wall water-resistant making it mold resistant. It is a perfect choice for areas vulnerable to moisture like basements, laundry rooms, bathrooms, etc.
Maintain Roof Gutters
Mold mostly grows because of damaged or full roof gutters. When the gutters are in bad condition they start leaking. Make sure you clean your roof gutters regularly and inspect them for damage. If you see even slight damage, do not ignore it. Keep an eye out for water stains after a rainfall or a storm because it is an indication of a leak.
Check Indoor Humidity
According to EPA, indoor humidity must be between 30 to 60 percent. A moisture meter can calculate indoor moisture. It is available in every hardware store, so it is easily available.
Paying attention to potential problem areas can also help in detecting high humidity levels in the house. If you notice condensation on the walls, windows, or pipes, you need to identify the source of moisture and dry the affected area immediately.
Keep Household Plants Mold-Free
Indoor plants enhance the aesthetic appeal of a house and keep the air fresh, but the moist soil of these plants provides the perfect environment for mold growth. Once it starts growing in the soil, it can quickly spread inside the house.
To prevent mold growth you do not need to get rid of your gorgeous indoor plants. Using Teheebo tea will do the trick. It contains oil that can withstand fungi and prevent mold growth.
Conclusion
Preventing mold growth becomes easier if you are educated about the weather in your region. Knowing the climate makes it easier to choose the most effective prevention solution and keep your house free of harmful mold.
