A GREAT TIME TO PREVENT MOLD AND MILDEW IN YOUR HOME IS IN THE FALL
We need to take the time to inspect your home for mold and mildew as we bid summer adieu and welcome the crisper winds of autumn. You would wonder why, though, given that mold doesn’t perform well in the cold. While mold is dormant below 41 degrees, fall temperatures in many regions of the country can hover in the 40s or 50s with moist air and no sunlight. This creates the ideal breeding environment, particularly on patio furniture, leaves, and other decomposing trash. The fact that mold doesn’t die in the cold only makes things worse.
If not properly addressed, it may begin to spread and become more problematic when the weather begins to warm up.
The following advice can help you prevent mold and mildew from your house.
• Clear fallen leaves and other debris from around your house’s outside walls. Warm, moist organic materials provide a food source for mold spores. Decomposing leaf piles have the ability to produce heat on their own. In this climate, mold thrives. The spores spread indoors through windows, doors, and ventilation systems because they travel by air, where they establish a home in the warmer environment of your house.
• Check your downspouts and clean your gutters. Mold is more likely to grow in gutters that are full of discarded leaves.
• Before putting your patio furniture away for the winter, clean it. It is designed to swiftly and simply remove outdoor dirt and grime from a range of surfaces. From pillows to awnings to kids’ playthings and more.
• Inspect the pipes. Your pipes’ structural integrity may be threatened by cold temperatures. Pipes with cracks or leaks can produce damp spaces that support colonies of mold and mildew for years without being noticed.
• Pay attention to how humid your home is. Winter typically brings dry air, but if you reside anywhere with a higher than 65% human population, consider using a dehumidifier. This will hinder the spread of bothersome mold spores.
• Mold and mildew love wet locations, so remove any spills or standing water. Areas around sinks, showers, and bathtubs are particularly susceptible to the growth of mold and mildew. Don’t forget to keep these places dry.
• Ensure that the air is moving. When taking a shower, cleaning dishes, or cooking in the kitchen, open a window or an exhaust fan.
• Build a moisture barrier in your crawlspace or basement. There are numerous alternatives, ranging from moisture-resistant paint to plastic sheathing. Verify the hardware stores in your area.
Summer can be more enjoyable if early as possible mold and mildew are prevented. 770 Water Damage & Restoration is always to the rescue, helping you with Mold Removal Pico Rivera so you will enjoy your summer and it will not become a disaster for you.
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