Wednesday, July 28, 2010
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10 Mold Prevention Tips
1. Moisture control is the key!!!!
2. Keep your home or building clean and dry; dry wet or damp areas within 48 hours.
3. Fix leaky plumbing and leaks in your home or building as soon as possible.
4. Watch for condensation and wet spots; fix the sources of moisture problems as soon as possible.
5. Prevent moisture due to condensation by increasing surface temperature or reducing the moisture level in air (humidity). To increase surface temperature, insulate or increase air
circulation. To reduce the moisture level in air, repair leaks and increase ventilation (if
outside air is cold and dry), or dehumidify (if outdoor air is warm and humid).
6. Keep heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) drip pans clean, flowing
properly, and unobstructed.
7. Vent moisture-generating appliances, such as dryers, to the outside where possible.
8. Maintain low indoor humidity, below 60 percent relative humidity (RH), ideally 30
percent to 50 percent, if possible.
9. Perform regular home or building HVAC inspections and maintenance as scheduled.
10. Don’t let foundations stay wet. Provide drainage and slope the ground away from the
foundation.
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- Domicile Consulting
- Chicago, IL, United States
- Domicile Consulting’s Curriculum Vitae We have over 75 years of combined construction experience as carpenters, remodelers, engineering, insurance investigation, fire investigation and general contracting. We understand how buildings are put together and the materials and methods used. We are constantly and consistently educating ourselves in the latest construction methods and the ever expanding field of Building Science. Our most significant asset is the trust our clients place in us to educate them objectively about their property investment, whether residential or commercial. Here are some of their certifications and licenses: • State of Illinois Certified Home Inspection Education Provider • State of Illinois Licensed Home Inspector • Member of the American Society of Home Inspectors • Member of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors • Member of the National Fire Protection Association • Member of the American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers • State of Illinois Certified Fire Investigator • RESNET and Building Performance Institute • National Air Balancing Institute Is YOUR inspector qualified?
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