Tuesday
Jun252013
How to Control Moisture and Prevent Mold
Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 10:12AM 
Summertime is here and it's already very humid and we've had lots of rain so far. Because of this combination, many people have started experiencing mold in their homes. What can you do to control moisture and prevent mold in your home? Here are some great tips from the EPA...
- When water leaks or spills occur indoors - ACT QUICKLY. If wet or damp materials or areas are dried 24-48 hours after a leak or spill happens, in most cases mold will not grow.
- Clean and repair roof gutters regularly.
- Make sure the ground slopes away from the building foundation, so that water does not enter or collect around the foundation.
- Keep air conditioning drip pans clean and the drain lines unobstructed and flowing properly.
- Keep indoor humidity low. If possible, keep indoor humidity below 60 percent (ideally between 30 and 50 percent) relative humidity. Relative humidity can be measured with a moisture or humidity meter, a small, inexpensive ($10-$50) instrument available at many hardware stores.
- If you see condensation or moisture collecting on windows, walls or pipes ACT QUICKLY to dry the wet surface and reduce the moisture/water source. Condensation can be a sign of high humidity.
If you have a mold problem in your home or business, Champion's IICRC certified professionals have the training and experience to:
- Identify the moisture sources
- Evaluate the mold growth
- Contain the damage to the smallest area possible
- Physically remove contamination
- Dry and treat the materials to ensure that mold will not return
- Perform or recommend procedures for returning property to a pre-loss condition
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