How to Prevent Mold in Your Home

Mold is not a good thing to have in your home. Whether it’s invisible or not, it can cause a lot of harm to your family and your pets. If you’ve recently had a mold inspection and know that your house is free from mold, perhaps you’re wondering how to keep mold from starting in the first place. In today’s post, we’ll look at some simple steps you can follow to prevent mold from growing in your home.

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Keep Your House Dry

Sometimes this is easier said than done, especially with the humidity that you can experience here in Michigan. Start with the rooms that tend to have the most moisture and humidity — the bathrooms. Depending on how your bathrooms were built, you’ll either want to turn on the vent or open the window to help it air out after a shower or bath. Wipe excess water off the shower walls, and check for built up moisture on the door and walls.

In fact, another proactive tip you can follow in the bathroom is to regularly use a mold-killing product on the shower curtain, walls, and bathroom floor tiles. When you use mold-killing products, make sure to thoroughly ventilate the room for safety.

Don’t Pile Up Wet Laundry

If you’ve spent the day at the lake, make sure that you don’t just dump the wet towels and swimsuits in the washing machine. Mold can form very quickly in this situation. Either run a load right away or hang out the items to air dry until you’re able to run the washing machine.

Limit Indoor Plants

One of the great things about humidity is that it’s great for many green plants to grow and flourish. The problem, however, is that if you have too many plants indoors, you could be creating an ideal environment for mold to grow in the plant soil. Try to limit the number of plants you have inside your home, including your bedroom.

Ventilate the Kitchen

The kitchen may not get as humid as the bathroom can, but you still want to pay attention when you’re doing a lot of cooking and baking. Steam can easily build up, making this room a haven for mold to start growing. Use ventilation fans, open the windows, and if necessary, add a standing fan to help circulate the air.

Air Out Crawl Spaces

Check your crawl spaces for built-up moisture. If you haven’t already, you should cover the dirt with plastic to keep down the moisture levels, and do your best to keep these areas well ventilated. If you’re not sure what the best solution is for your crawl space, check with the team at Total House Inspection to get our professional advice.

Clean Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers

If you use humidifiers in your home, make sure you completely clean them once a week. It’s very easy for mold to start growing in the small spaces of a humidifier without you even seeing it. It’s a great idea to place dehumidifiers in your basement where mold tends to grow, especially during our hot and humid Michigan summers. Like the humidifier, you need to clean your dehumidifier once a week as well.

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Whether you need to schedule an inspection to see if you have mold growing in your home or you need to schedule a mold elimination service, we can help. Our team of technicians has the experience and knowledge to ensure that you can enjoy a home free from mold. Contact us today to learn more and schedule your service.