Fighting The Growth of Mold

To be forewarned is to be forearmed. This is a saying that applies to a vast number of circumstances in life, but for this blog post, we’d like to apply it to mold in a typical home. If you know how mold grows, you can take steps to keep it from taking over your home.

One of the most important weapons in your arsenal against mold is dry air. Mold loves to feed on moisture, so keeping your home at a humidity level of under 60 percent can stop mold in its tracks. Making sure the airflow in your home is on point can help you achieve that goal. On dry days, open up the doors and windows to let some fresh air inside. Open your closet doors frequently. Move furniture away from walls. In your basement, you might set up a foundation drain, install a dehumidifier, and insulate the walls.