Mold can spread easily and can never be eliminated. It can grow on carpets, inside walls, on clothes and anything else in your home. There are ways to manage it, though, with the key being moisture control.
Monitor Your Home’s Humidity Level
The EPA says that humidity should be kept between 30 to 60% to keep mold under control. The easiest way to do this is to have a whole-home humidifier. This equipment will make your entire home inhospitable to mold. Faught Service Company has offices in Austin and Georgetown. We can help keep your home’s humidity levels ideal by installing a whole-home humidifier.
Direct Water Away From Your Home
Make sure your gutters and downspouts are in good working order and directing water away from your home or into the sewer drain. If it isn’t, the water will collect in your basement or crawlspace and mold will start growing.
Inspect Your Home
You should identify the problem areas in your home where water is an issue. Your basement may be prone to flooding or there may be frequent condensation on a window. You should waterproof these areas to keep moisture out of your home. While this will cost money, it will prevent a much more costly problem later on.
Clean up Water Spills Immediately
Places in your home where liquid was spilled need to be dried immediately. Mold needs moisture, and it can quickly start growing in a moist environment. You shouldn’t leave wet items around, even clothes in the washer. After taking a shower, pull back the shower curtain or door to let the area quickly air-dry.
Improve Your Home’s Airflow
You should open closet doors and move furniture away from walls so air can flow better through your home. Open windows when possible so that air can move around, drying out any moisture.
Austin Area HVAC Specialists
Faught Service Company provides heating and air conditioning installation, replacement, repair, maintenance equipment and services in both Austin and Georgetown. We also repair and replace ducts. We are NCI-certified company, as well. Please give us a call to learn how we can help you.