Mold prevention

3/4/2020 (Permalink)

Mold prevention

To prevent mold, eliminate moisture to make your home inhospitable to its growth. Here are some DOs and DON'Ts for mold prevention.

• DO use air conditioners or dehumidifiers to keep the humidity level in your home between 30 percent to 60 percent.
• DO put exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms.
• DO clean your bathrooms with bleach and other mold killing products.
• DO add mold inhibitors to wall and ceiling paints before application.
• DO inspect hoses, pipes and fittings to insure leaks won't cause dampness. Consider replacing hoses to major appliances like washer and dishwasher every five years, just to be safe: a typical water hose costs as little as $10. Major appliances with water hoses include refrigerator ice makers and water dispensers, water heaters, washers, dishwashers, kitchen and bathroom sinks and bathroom toilets.
• DO maintain your roof to prevent water from seeping into your home.
• DON'T let gutters get full of leaves and other debris—clean them regularly.
• DON'T install carpets in damp areas such as basements or bathrooms.
• DON'T let water accumulate under houseplants.

https://www.iii.org/article/protecting-your-house-mold

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