Control Moisture, Reduce Mold

7/18/2018 (Permalink)

Prior to listing a property, the following steps can be taken to reduce the potential for moisture buildup or mold growth. Should a damage event occur, timely response is the key to preventing further damage. Act within the first 24 to 48 hours.

• Correct any water leaks or standing water.
• Remove standing water under cooling coils or air handling units.
• Properly maintain humidifiers, if used.
• Replace wet or visibly moldy insulation materials
• Steam cleaning and other methods involving moisture should not be used on any kind of duct work.
• Install a ventilation system.

Cleaning your ducts and HVAC can also help prevent mold from spreading. It can also reduce allergens and pet dander in the air. It may also eliminate some offensive odors you may have in the house. Cleaning the system will also improve the operating conditions and efficiency of your furnace and air conditioning. Which in return will result in less maintenance and/or breakages in the future.