To a Mold-free and Safer Home

Molds problem is a constant nightmare to many homeowners. What happens if molds get ahold of our house? What if my family gets sick because of molds? What if one day you wake up and molds are just all over your house? Okay, the last one’s a bit of an exaggeration.

But admit it. Every once in a while, you sit and ask yourself these questions while looking between the gaps of your doors and windows. How can you keep your home mold-free and safe for your family? How can you avoid the damage that mold can cause in your home?

We want to give you some peace of mind. So we are giving you these tips on how to keep molds out of your house and out of your life.

The Mother of all Molds

There is one key word to prevent when talking about molds – MOISTURE. This is the mother of all molds, so to say. Molds grow in areas that are damp, humid and receives less sunlight. That is the description of their best breeding place. Therefore, to discuss about preventing molds in coming into your home, we will have to focus our attention to eliminating the possibility in the first place. And this is done through limiting, if possibly avoiding moisture in your home.

Check for Areas of Possibility

The first thing we recommend that you do is to check areas that could be the possible breeding ground for molds. For your windows, check the seals if they are still working properly. Broken seals can let warm air in and out of the house, therefore, creating moisture and providing an opportunity for molds to grow.

Also check for areas that are always exposed to water such as your windows, doors, toilet walls and doors and laundry areas. You know your house, therefore, you know where to look for.

Dry Wet Areas and Surfaces Immediately

This can’t wait. Molds can grow within days and surely, you won’t want them to get that opportunity. So, after checking your entire house and finding out the wet areas and possible breeding ground, immediately work on cleaning and drying those wet surfaces.

For a list of cleaning agents that you can use for your windows and doors, check out this list from AMSCO Windows.

Improving Ventilation System

A failing ventilation system can result to moisture forming inside the house. When it’s too cold, the area becomes too damp and condensed. When it’s too hot, it becomes too humid and warm air entering the house without an exit path can still cause moisture in the air.

The key in avoiding this is through a proper ventilation system. If necessary, install exhaust fans around the house, especially the damp and humid areas, to reduce the moisture it creates. Also fix gaps and leaks between doors and windows to allow air to freely flow within your home. Broken windows and doors cannot function properly the way they do when they are in good shape.

Consider Redecorating

Moving furniture pieces every once in a while is also a very useful method to avoid the formation of molds in the house. This way, moisture can’t accumulate so much in one area. When you free an area of a furniture, the air that is compressed below the furniture can freely flow, therefore, reducing the risk of moisture and molds.

There are more ways to reduce the formation of molds in your house. All you got to do is to inspect your house once in a while and be aware of the possible infested areas. Cleaning is also very helpful.

For more cleaning tips, visit the AMSCO Windows website.