{"id":1812,"date":"2019-11-11T01:06:31","date_gmt":"2019-11-11T05:06:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/?p=1812"},"modified":"2019-11-08T21:20:55","modified_gmt":"2019-11-09T01:20:55","slug":"how-do-you-reduce-mold-spores-in-the-air","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/11\/how-do-you-reduce-mold-spores-in-the-air\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do You Reduce Mold Spores in the Air?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_1451\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1451\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Depositphotos_42937427_xs-allergies-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Are Mold Spores in the Air of Your Home?\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Depositphotos_42937427_xs-allergies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Depositphotos_42937427_xs-allergies.jpg 424w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1451\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Are Mold Spores in the Air of Your Home?<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Microscopic mold spores are constantly floating in the air, making mold infestations an ever-present threat. Our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/about-stern-mold.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NYC mold removal experts<\/a> offer helpful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/Reduce-Mold-Spores-in-the-Air\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tips on reducing mold spores<\/a> as well as excess moisture enabling their growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips to Reduce Mold Spores and Excess Moisture<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Mold colonies generate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/29\/the-hidden-dangers-of-mold-and-mold-spore-exposure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mold spores<\/a>. Use a mold removal product to eliminate visual signs of infestation. If the affected area is more than a small patch, contact our NYC mold removal team for effective elimination.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Install air purifiers with HEPA filters capable of capturing more than 99 percent of particles. Place one in each room of your home for maximum results.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Add HEPA filters to air conditioners and windows to keep external mold spores from entering your home.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/12\/how-can-you-prevent-mold-growing-moisture-in-your-indoor-environment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Basements, kitchens and bathrooms<\/a> are the areas most vulnerable to mold. Keep these rooms as dry as possible, making sure they&#8217;re well-ventilated. Check regularly for broken or leaky pipes and repair them immediately.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Leaves and other debris accumulating in gutters can lead to mold being carried into your home. Clean and inspect gutters often, especially after rainstorms.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Use dehumidifiers to reduce moisture content in the air. Set the dehumidifiers at 50 percent or lower.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Place wet clothing and shoes outdoors to dry. Leave them in an area with good circulation and check for mold before bringing the items back indoors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Two-Step NYC Mold Removal from Stern Mold<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/moldexterm-system.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MoldExterm program<\/a> efficiently removes mold and seals surfaces to prevent future growth. Contact us to schedule a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sternmold.com\/free-mold-treatment-quote.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free mold inspection<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Microscopic mold spores are constantly floating in the air, making mold infestations an ever-present threat. Our NYC mold removal experts offer helpful tips on reducing mold spores as well as excess moisture enabling their growth. Tips to Reduce Mold Spores and Excess Moisture \u2022 Mold colonies generate mold spores. 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