How to Solve Mold in Homes Yourself
If you have a mold problem in your home, it is very important to take care of it as soon as possible. Mold in the home can cause illness, such as respiratory problems. You can solve mold in homes yourself, using a few basic tools you may already own. Mold grows where it can find moisture, and removing the moisture in your home is the first thing you should do.
Supplies:
- Scrub brush
- Mild cleaning agent
- Bleach
- Caulking
- Weather stripping
- Find any leaks you may have in your home. If you have a leak, repair it immediately. Mold grows where it can find moisture, and if you don’t fix the leak the mold will keep coming back.
- Put some mild detergent in hot water in a gallon bucket. Use a scrub brush with the solution to clean the mold on hard surfaces. Allow it to completely dry.
- Use a cloth to wipe down any condensation that has built up on windows or walls using a mild cleaning agent. You can use a stronger cleaning solution, such as bleach, if you have a hard time cleaning the mold. Dry the surface with a new cloth completely.
- Turn on exhaust fans in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and kitchens. Make sure the attic and crawl spaces in your home are well ventilated to prevent mold from growing. If your crawl space has an earth floor, cover it completely with a plastic tarp.
- Move furniture a few inches away from the wall so air can circulate freely in the home.
- Make sure the caulking around windows, and weather stripping around doors is secure. This helps prevent moisture from getting into your house. Replace the weather stripping or caulking, if necessary.