Things are a little different this summer. You’re not just worried about beating the heat. You’re also thinking about how to reduce the spread of germs. Even the slightest sniffle can make your heart race. You can save your heart the trouble by eliminating any possible allergens in your home, including mold. Here are 4 tips to avoid mold this summer.
1. Reduce Indoor Humidity
Summer is the hottest season of the year, and with all that heat comes humidity, moisture, and condensation. Wetness, even at this degree, is a magnet for mold. Your best bet to avoid mold this summer is to reduce indoor humidity. You can get a dehumidifier to help you with this task, but you can also avoid doing these things during the hottest parts of the day:
- Cooking
- Washing Dishes
- Showering
- Drying Clothes
2. Make Summer Cleaning the New Trend
Spring cleaning is so popular because winter makes your home pretty stuffy. However, your house needs your close attention in the summer too—especially if there are nooks you may have overlooked. For example: Did spring cleaning include going through your attic storage? If not, you’ll need to go up there and sift through everything because mold could be lurking there!
3. Dry Off Completely
When kids are coming in from the swimming pool, they tend to overestimate their drying abilities. It’s amazing how much water they can track inside. Not only is this a tripping hazard, but it’s also a secret recipe for mold. Help the kids dry off completely when they come inside and clean up any chlorinated puddles they leave in their wake. You will also want to let their wet clothes dry outside before placing them in the dirty clothes hamper. Wet clothes in dark spaces are a breeding ground for mold. If you do not have a clothesline in your yard (what decade is this?), create a makeshift one with wire – or let the clothes rest on beach towels until they have dried in the sun.
4. Spy Over Spilled Milk
A little spill isn’t worthy of tears, but it is worthy of your supervision. It’s great to have little ones clean up after themselves if they spill a drink, but you should trail behind them to see if they were thorough. If they spilled on the carpet or upholstery, you’ll need to soak up all the liquid. Any liquid that remains could cause mold. Keeping a close watch over the kiddos can help you avoid mold this summer.
Call RestoPros to Avoid Mold This Summer
The best way to ensure your home is allergen-free is to have a licensed mold remediation specialist inspect your house for signs of mold. At RestoPros, our team members are specially trained to detect and eradicate mold in your home. They’ll also offer extra tips for avoiding mold in the future. If you suspect you have mold, call our office to speak with one of our friendly representatives today. We’ll dispatch a specialist to your home at a time that is convenient for you.