Summer is almost here across the Triangle area, and that means closing up the house to save energy and keep cool as much as possible. A sealed home, quite common in the hot months, can sometimes increase the chances for mold.
In our last AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex Blog, our team suggested the five most common places mold can grow in a home. Mold needs the following components to get develop: warmth, moisture and food. These foods include organic materials that are found in every home like wood, paper, drywall, dust and other porous materials. Now that our current readers know that mold likes to grow and thrive in the Triangle, let’s talk about how to prevent it.
AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex offers six simple ways to prevent mold in the Triangle home or business:
- Ventilation: This is one of the best ways to prevent mold from starting. Think of the rooms in a home that almost always have some type of moisture, steam or high humidity. They are usually the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room. Using exhaust fans or opening a window when these rooms are in use, allows the humidity to escape and can help prevent the start of mold.
- Circulation: Mold also loves stale and musty air. Circulating the air throughout the house with fans, ceiling fans and air conditioners can reduce the chance for mold.
- Humidity: Periods of high humidity can cause certain types of mold to begin. Often the best way to prevent mold in high humidity situations is to use a dehumidifier.
- Dryness: If carpeting and or carpet padding gets wet and remains damp, it only takes about 24 to 48 hours for mold to start growing. Drying the carpet quickly is the best way to prevent mold. Our team can help dry the wet carpet and if needed, we can manage the situation, and make sure everything is under control.
- Cleanliness: Keeping the home clean can reduce the chances of mold. Mold spores can be found anywhere, floating around outdoors and indoors. Keeping the surroundings clean is essential.
- Sunshine: Open the curtains and the let the sun shine in. Mold doesn’t like the sun and letting the sun in can prevent mold in many areas of your home.
If mold is found in the home, or there is suspicion, AdvantaClean Environmental of Cary/Apex can inspect and test for mold in a Triangle home or business. If mold is found we will safely assess and remove it following proper procedures to make certain the mold is contained and properly disposed.
Advanta Clean is IIRC certified and serve the entire Triangle area including Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, Lillington, Sanford and Fayetteville/ Fort Bragg. Concerned about mold? Please call our experts at 919-434-7249 for a mold inspection today.
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