Improving Air Quality and Stopping Mold

3/30/2018 (Permalink)

Mold growing after Water Damage

Before you even start to think about professional mold cleaning in Austin, TX, you might want to know whether it's necessary. In many cases, you can take steps right now to minimize mold growth. Keep in mind that water damage and flooding often require more serious measures.


In addition, keep in mind that these tips are for everyone. You should probably use mitigation and mold prevention techniques regardless of your mold situation:


* You're considering cleaning
* You've just gone through mold removal
* You're experiencing excessive moisture in your home


Ventilation Matters


One of the first rules of keeping mold away, assuming you don't have water damage or a serious leak, is to keep the wetness away. Mold loves wet spaces, so keep a fresh breath of air moving through. Most homes are built so you can open windows and get a breeze to blow through. If you can't open windows, make sure to run your heating or air conditioning systems regularly. Fans are also a good option if you don't have central air. Whatever you do, make sure you get that air moving.


Dehumidification


After you get your circulation going, it might still be necessary to take more water control measures. This is even more essential if you often have sources of moisture in your problem area. Common causes of excess wetness include leaks, laundry facilities and some appliances. Most homes in Austin, TX, have at least one of these. The answer is to buy a special dehumidifier. These come in heavy-duty additions to central air conditioning systems, but you can also buy smaller versions at a local appliance store.


Water damage is one cause of mold, but everyday forces could add to your problem or prolong your remediation process. Keeping a handle on your home environment's overall moisture level stops mold before it starts. You might even feel more comfortable with drier and fresher air.

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