Prevent Mold in Your Citrus Heights Home While on Vacation

2/22/2018 (Permalink)

Mold can be growing in your kitchen without you knowing.

While preventing mold in your home may be part of your regular cleaning routine what are you to do when you’re gone on vacation. While you are off vacationing on the beach, there could be mold growing inside and around your home.

Gutters – Keep your gutters clear to allow water flow. The water needs to be leading water away from your house.

Temperature – Set your AC between 78-80 degrees. Any less than that will not dehumidify and anything lower will create cold surfaces where moisture can collect.

Standing Water- Check around your toilets, shower stalls, and washing machines for any water that could potentially grow mold while you are away. Make sure there are no leaks or faulty faucets.

Clean – Clean your home thoroughly before your vacation. Make sure there is no furniture is not blocking AC grills. Air must be able to flow freely.

Follow these simple rules to help protect your home from mold growing while you are on vacation.

Remember mold can start growing in as little as 24 hours, if you return home to find mold call the experts of SERVPRO Roseville/Citrus Heights to remediate your mold problems.