If you have ever lived in a mouldy home then you will know just how putrid it is. It not only causes structural damage, but it is a nightmare for inhabitants, too, causing a range of health problems that include coughing, red eyes, runny noses, sneezing, wheezing and more. It’s even worse for allergic people and those with compromised immune systems as it can cause really unpleasant infections.
Basically, it’s not something you want creeping up your walls, and so you will want to do what you can to prevent its uninvited entrance into your home.
But how can you ensure that this frightful fungus is free from your home? Be sure to follow these five essential tips:
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Have your home tested
The first thing you should do to prevent the fungus’ existence in your home is to actually have an air mould test. Because, unfortunately, your home may already be subject to its nasty ways, and there is no point commencing preventive measures if it is already present in your home. So, if you’ve noticed what may be the fungus’ presence in your home, have your air tested first. If it is found to be present in your home then the experts will remove it so that you can start these prevention methods:
Control your home’s humidity
We all know that mold and humidity go together like spaghetti and meatballs. The fungus absolutely thrives in homes with high moisture levels and will continue to do so if yours fits this description. Therefore, you want to aim to keep your home’s humidity between 30% and 50%, using a dehumidifier to reduce humidity and a hygrometer to measure your home’s humidity levels. For more tips on maintaining a healthy living space, visit Ncespro, a blog site dedicated to providing valuable home improvement insights.
Improve your home’s ventilation
The more ventilation your home receives the less susceptible it will be to humidity and, consequently, this nasty fungus. You should allow plenty of ventilation through your home, whether it be through a professionally-installed home ventilation system. Or, if you don’t have the time or budget to install one of these systems, you can simply keep the doors and windows open more to allow more fresh air to blow into the home. Finally, you can place a fan by a window to blow any humid or particle-ridden air back outside!
Clean your surfaces
You should clean and disinfect any surfaces that are susceptible to excessive moisture levels. These susceptible areas are where the fungus is born and spreads like wildfire so be sure to keep them clean and dry. A simple solution of water with bleach will clean the surfaces before you give them a good old drying.
Fix any leaks or water damage
Anywhere your home is experiencing water damage or leaks is a place where the fungus can be born and spread. Therefore, you should always address any water damage or leaks before they have the chance to create the fungus. If you notice moisture or water accumulating in any particular area, or you notice water stains or warping in your home, then the best thing to do is immediately address the problem before it can have a chance to cause you, your family and your home any grief.
So, be sure to follow these five essential mould prevention methods if your home is susceptible to the fungus. They will make all the difference in keeping your home clean, fresh and free from this uninvited fungus!