Mold is an inevitable challenge of indoor living. That can be a problem, because exposure can cause allergic reactions, asthma, nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing or skin irritation. If you have a mold problem in your home, the only way to control its growth is to control moisture. Here are some things you can do to control mold growth in your home:
• Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.
• Clean and dry any damp or wet building materials and furnishings within 24 hours to prevent mold growth.
• Clean mold off hard surfaces with water and detergent and dry completely.
• Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (such as windows, piping, exterior walls, roof or floors) by adding insulation.
• Absorbent materials, such as ceiling tiles, that are moldy, may need to be replaced.
• Don’t carpet areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem, such as around sinks.
• Reduce indoor humidity to less than 60 percent to decrease mold growth. Vent bathrooms, dryers and other moisture-generating sources to the outside with a ventilation...