Check Your Air Ducts
Air ducts promote circulation throughout your home. With time, dust and dander settle into the ducts, polluting the air. In humid areas, mold can also grow and spread throughout your duct system.
You should inspect your duct system to make sure it is clean and properly installed. If you aren’t up to the task,
hire a professional for help.
Use Bathroom and Kitchen Fans
Use the fans and vents in your kitchen and bathroom to eliminate bad odor and air pollutants. Gas stoves in particular can be a source of harmful combustion by-products such as nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide—two gases you should avoid at all costs.
Every time you cook or use the bathroom, turn the fan on to rid yourself of any polluted air in the room.
Keep Your Rugs and Carpets Clean
Rugs and carpets are essential to the aesthetic appeal and comfort level of your home. But as pretty as they may be, their fibers also trap a number of pollutants, including dust, pollen, and mold spores.
To avoid your carpets and rugs from being infested with allergens, we recommend you clean them at least once a week. You will notice a stark change in the air quality—and smell—of your home in no time.
Check the Humidity in Your Home
Humid conditions give way to condensation, and the more moisture there is in your home, the more likely it is for mold and mildew to grow and spread.
Of course, the amount of humidity you experience depends on your home’s location. Homes closer to bodies of water will experience more humidity, especially during the summer. A hygrometer can help you check the humidity levels in your home. Ideal levels should be between 30% to 50%. If higher, consider investing in a dehumidifier.
Test the Air Quality of Your Home
Air quality testing at home is simple with the help of an indoor air quality monitor. The device automatically tests the air for humidity, particulate matter, and chemical pollutants. Some higher-end monitors also provide formaldehyde and carbon monoxide levels.
It is recommended that you test the air quality daily.
Book a Mold Inspection
Mold is not always easy to spot. Many homeowners have had mold for years without knowing about it, and this can pose health risks.
For a thorough check, you should hire an expert for
a mold inspection. They will check every nook and cranny in your home, and if it proves infested, they can easily help you get rid of the problem.
Want to Monitor and Control the Air Quality of Your Home?
It’s not wise to ignore the issue of pollutants in your home. Excess mold, mildew, pollen, and dander can result in allergies and respiratory problems for you and your family.
Thankfully, the experts at Mold Masters are here to address any air quality concerns you may have. We’ve helped countless homeowners across Central and Southern Florida improve their indoor air quality—and we would love to assist you, too!
The team of specialists at Mold Masters has been dealing with mold for over 20 years all across Florida. To discuss mold removal in your home today, call us at one of our offices (Central Florida: 813-606-6668, South Florida: 239-961-9995, North Florida: 904-397-4030). You can also
contact us online.
