Special Summer Mold Strains

6/6/2017 (Permalink)

Believe it or not, summer is prime time for mold to spawn in your home. Mold thrives in temperatures above 77 degrees, which is, as you know, around the average summer temperature in Howard County. Follow these handy tips to keep your mold risk low so you can enjoy the summer months.

• Use your air conditioner when it's hot. By keeping the inside of your house cool, you're already starting the mold abatement process
• Look for condensation or moisture in any of your air ducts. Air conditioning units can produce a small drip of water that can serve as food for mold spores
• Try to keep humidity down in your home. Moisture in the air is the prime condition for mold to form and thrive when humidity is above 50 percent. Dehumidifiers will help with this by keeping your home or business dry
• If rain starts to fall, keep your windows closed. This locks moisture and excess water out
• If rainfall is heavy, keep an eye on your roof for any leaks. Any ceiling discoloration can be indicative of a leak or even mold 
• If you notice any appliances or pipes in your home are leaking, clean the water and fix the leak ASAP
• Your dryer should be vented to the outdoors, not your attic or crawlspace to build moisture in dark spaces (which mold loves)
• Keep an open pathway for air when you take a shower. Whether it be the fan or a window, the circulation of air can keep moisture down.
• Keep carpeting out of your bathrooms or other commonly wet spaces

If you suspect mold in your home, call us (the real mold remediation professionals) ASAP for an inspection. 

410-465-7333