Whether it’s hot or cold, mold is the sort of fungus that can live anywhere, especially in your home. When mold is growing in your home, it can make you and your family members more vulnerable to various fungi allergic reactions. Most allergies that are developed are usually associated with mold and the spores that it releases. As you wait for a professional mold inspection company to confirm your mold problem, here are various ways to avoid those moldy areas.

Avoiding Moldy Areas Outside Your Home

  1. Continue to cut your lawn. This is especially true for any grass that has been on your lawn for a few days.
  2. Compost piles or bins are a great way to decompose organic matter. For this process, mold plays an important role.
  3. Mold prospers on wood because it can retain moisture so avoid any piles of wood or wooded areas.

Avoiding Moldy Areas Inside Your Home

  1. Your home’s bathrooms have the most moisture so be sure to turn on a fan during your shower.
  2. If your basement is damp or has a leak, use a dehumidifier and contact a professional to fix the leak and remove any mold that has developed.
  3. Be sure to clean your kitchen properly because mold will thrive in a warm environment, especially if it has food to offer.

If your allergies continue to be an issue, even after avoiding or cleaning the areas mentioned above, you may have a bigger mold issue at hand. Your next step is to contact the professionals for a mold inspection. DCM Environmental Testing is happy to offer our services and provide an estimate for you. Contact us today by calling 1-617-481-5782 or by filling out our online contact form!