We at All Dry understand that mold is an alarming, unsightly, and difficult-to-remediate issue that can occur in the home. If you suspect that there is mold in your home or business, then you should contact a professional as soon as possible, but here we will discuss how to reduce the amount of moisture in your home so that you can possibly prevent mold from growing in the first place.
IS MY HOME TOO HUMID?
When it comes to humidity, some individuals have had a lot of experience detecting it by feel, but if you are never certain, you can use a hygrometer in case you are uncertain. The ideal humidity level for your home or business should be 30%-50%. These items are generally inexpensive and will allow you to know if the humidity levels are near or above 50%, thereby letting you know that you should reduce them.
AIR CONDITIONING
After learning about how to measure humidity and what the appropriate levels are, what steps need to be taken if the levels are too high? You can start with your air conditioner, which is naturally designed to remove heat and humid air while reintroducing cool air. You need to make sure that your air conditioner is maintained in order to make sure that it is working at its best. This includes getting necessary maintenance and changing the air filter regularly so that the air does not become blocked.
VENTILATION
It is not uncommon for most of us to use fans in our bathrooms and kitchens to ventilate them when we are doing activities that produce high levels of moisture, such as cooking or taking a shower. Despite the fact that you should use the ventilation, it would be best to leave the fans running for a little while after you have completed the task so that the humidity can be removed from the area more effectively.
SHOWERS
As you might know, showers are one of the biggest culprits in causing humidity, and mold, in our homes. One of the main reasons is that many people like hot showers, which leads to a significant amount of humidity. You can reduce the level of humidity in your home by as much as a small reduction in the water temperature in your shower.
LEAKY PIPES
Some moisture comes from a less obvious source, like a leaky pipe that you may not even be able to see. It might be the result of a leak if you notice mold forming or irregular humidity levels in your home, and you should contact a company like All Dry immediately for professional assistance and remediation. You should be aware of the following signs of water leaks, including unexplained stains on your walls, wet spots, and a spike in your water bill despite no changes in your water usage.
DEHUMIDIFIER
There are a number of different ways that you can remove humidity from your home, including standalone dehumidifiers as well as those that are built into your furnace air handler. The most common way is to use a dehumidifier. Because the humidity levels are maintained at a lower level when you use this solution, you will have to use your air conditioner less.
TIME TO CALL ALL DRY FOR MOLD REMOVAL
As soon as you begin to notice mold buildup in your home or business, it is time to contact a professional so it can be removed in a proper and complete manner. You can call us here at All Dry right now if you are experiencing mold growth in your home and would like us to take steps to remove it as soon as possible. Our specialists will have your house back to normal in no time.
