After you invest in mold remediation services, you want to do everything in your power to prevent an infestation again. Mold can be very difficult to get rid of and prevent, especially here in Florida where we always have higher humidity levels.
The good news is that there are steps you can take to prevent mold from coming back again after a mold remediation in Orlando, FL. You can keep reading to learn how to protect your home and boost indoor air quality at the same time.
Control Moisture Levels
Unfortunately, you can’t do anything about the humidity outside of your home. But you can monitor humidity indoors. You may want to invest in a hygrometer that measures the humidity levels inside of your home. Anything above 50% should be considered concerning. Consistently high humidity levels can mean that a dehumidifier is a good idea for your home, especially after dealing with mold.
Aside from installing a dehumidifier, there are other steps you can take to balance moisture levels. One of them is to be aware of spills and clean up water completely when accidents do happen. Leaks are another concern that require immediate attention. Otherwise, the water from spills and leaks can re-evaporate into the air and increase humidity.
It’s easy to think about indoor needs, but what about outdoor ones? Monitor your roof and gutters for any outstanding problems that need to be repaired. Know how old your roof is so you have an idea of when it will need to be completely replaced. Clean out gutters and around roof edges where leaves and other debris can tend to gather and trap moisture. Otherwise, you may sustain wear to your roof that allows moisture into your home.
Boost Indoor Air Quality
It’s also a good idea to ensure you have good overall indoor air quality to reduce mold growth. Unfortunately, there are mold spores in the air that we breathe all the time. However, the spores don’t pose much of a risk unless they land in a place that has the optimal conditions for spreading an infestation – namely a spot that is warm, damp, and dark.
By boosting indoor air quality and reducing the number of mold spores in the air, you also reduce the likelihood of a mold infestation. The best way to improve indoor air quality is by investing in a whole-house air purifier. This solution filters the air around the clock as it passes through your HVAC system to maintain a high level of indoor air quality year-round.
It’s also a good idea to make sure that windows and doors are tightly sealed so that air from the outside is not settling into your home. This can help to both improve indoor air quality as well as balancing humidity at the same time.
Are you ready to talk about the options for boosting indoor air quality and reducing humidity in your home? Contact the English Air team today to discuss your specific needs.