Mold-Proof Your Home: Moisture Control Tips That Actually Work in Williamson County, TN, and the Surrounding Areas

Mold is an insidious thing to deal with in Williamson County, TN, and the surrounding areas often because you don't know that it's there while it continues to grow and spread. Often it is only when someone notices it or people experience negative health effects that they bring in our team from T.A.C.T. of Middle Tennessee. While it is good to have our team of experts clean up the mold you have, anything that can be done before a mold issue happens is the best option. There are plenty of things that can be done to help ensure that mold has a tough time taking hold in your building. Most of these involve a combination of keeping humidity at a lower level and providing adequate ventilation to help keep things dry. Many of these tips are also affordable so homeowners will not have to spend a lot of money in order to keep mold at bay. Contact us today to learn more about keeping your home mold free.

Moisture Control and Ventilation

There are some areas of a home that are meant to be wet, or at least damp, but only for certain periods of time. But these areas, like bathrooms and kitchens, benefit greatly from having ventilation options to help exhaust the moist area to the outdoors. You want a lower humidity level in your home, as higher humidity levels provide the basis for mold growth. In some areas of a home, operating a dehumidifier is a great way to help keep the humidity lower.

If there are any leaks that you find with water, these need to be dealt with sooner rather than later. Water is the breeding ground for mold and other undesirables, so address these as soon as possible. And while you may not think about it, sealing around windows and doors will not only help with your energy bills, but it can help to prevent mold from growing in these areas as well.

Other Options to Help Keep Air Clean

Believe it or not, there are some plants that do a great job of filtering out mold from the air to leave you with cleaner air indoors. Using a few of these can not only add pleasant décor but can help to filter the air. HEPA filters are also useful in trapping mold spores and cleaning your indoor air. It is also important that your attic and other areas are properly insulated as this helps to prevent the buildup of moisture. And finally, decluttering a space helps improve airflow, which helps with preventing mold growth.

Mold proofing your home isn't hard or expensive, and can provide other benefits in Williamson County, TN, and the surrounding areas. If you do find that you have mold in your home, call our team at T.A.C.T. of Middle Tennessee and we will provide an assessment, mold testing, and will put together a plan of action to clean up your mold issue while also providing important things to do to keep it from coming back. Contact us today to learn more tips on mold-proofing your home.