Rest, relaxation, and festivities–these are probably three words that you associate with the cold months surrounding the holidays. However, there’s one thing that doesn’t seem to take a vacation to celebrate the holidays: molds in your home. And with the temperature damper than anything, toxic molds are almost a guarantee in your house, in all its nooks and crannies and every crawl space. Black mold, in particular, can be quite aggressive in these months and can cause issues that range from chronic fatigue to relentless brain fog.
So naturally, the question in your mind might be, “How can I prevent the development of molds in my house during the Holidays?” To answer this question, we have listed our top 3 best strategies that can help you combat even the most stubborn mold.
- Repair leaks in your house right away.
The winter months can be quite damp–the perfect thriving ground for molds in the house. This is especially true when there are leaks around the house. The dampness plus leaks can often result in disaster. You see, with even the slightest dampness caused by these leaks around the house, there will be a much higher chance of mold development.
So do yourself a favor and repair those leaks right away. If you are not equipped for the job, there are plenty of specialists who can do the work for you.
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- Inspect your house for molds before going on vacation.
We get it–everybody needs time off to replenish and spend their time with their families this holiday season. However, with mold rapidly developing, you might come home to a mold-infested house by the end of your vacation. So, right before you leave your house, make sure that you have shut off all possible exits of water in your house–your sink, the shower, and every faucet around.
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- Ensure proper ventilation in your home to prevent molds.
We understand that the air can be quite nippy during the winter months, but you should either crack open a window or make sure that there is enough ventilation in your house. With the rising temperatures, there will likely be mold forming somewhere in your house. Your task then is to be vigilant in cleaning out your walls and spaces that these molds will likely thrive in. On top of this, make sure that there is proper air circulation in your home. Poor ventilation, partnered with the season’s dampness, will likely result in much-dreaded mold in your household.