Do you know how to keep your house clean and prevent mold? It’s not an easy task. Especially if you have kids or pets that like to leave their mess everywhere. There are so many things that can go wrong when it comes to keeping your house clean and preventing mold. But thankfully, we have the internet to give us all the tips on how to avoid these things and, if unfortunately, things go wrong, to guide on removing mold. Read on to learn more about keeping your house clean and preventing mold in your home.

Vacuum and dust regularly

Just because you keep your house clean, doesn’t mean that there won’t be any dust or dirt. Vacuuming is essential to keeping your house clean, and preventing dirt and dust buildup. You may not notice the buildup of dirt and dust, but they can be really harmful to your health. It can also worsen your allergies. You can use a brush or vacuum to clean corners, edges, and other hard areas to reach such as the return vent. Make it a routine to vacuum your house at least once a week. Dusting is important too because it removes dirt from furniture and other surfaces in your home. Changing the AC unit filters every 3-4 weeks and keeping your AC unit closet empty will allow the proper amount of airflow to run throughout the home.

Wash your bedding and curtains often

Your bedding, curtains, and other fabrics around your home are vulnerable to mold growth. They are also the hardest to clean. In order to prevent certain fabrics from growing mold, it is important to wash them often and try not to press the curtains onto the window. As a rule of thumb, you should be washing your bedding and curtains once a week or once every two weeks depending on how often you use them. You can also dry clean your curtains every once in a while to prevent buildup.

Bathroom exhaust fans 

When taking hot showers it is crucial to have your exhaust fan running. If you currently don’t have one in your guest or master bathroom you must get one installed. Some bathrooms have AC vents as well exhaust fans which have cold air coming out mixing with the humidity from the shower and ultimately causing condensation. That is why running your exhaust fans and having the proper ventilation is a major factor of keeping the bathrooms in tip top shape. Do not open your bathroom window unless instructed by a licensed mold professional. It is also recommended that every 6-12 months you should recaulk the tiles in your bathroom.

Don’t forget to clean your kitchen and drying rack too

Your kitchen is an important area to consider when it comes to keeping your house clean and preventing mold. While cooking it is imperative to keep on the ventilation to extract any humidity. You need to regularly clean your kitchen, drying rack, and cabinet shelves. This way, you prevent food from being left in these areas and growing mold. It’s also important that you regularly clean your dishwasher and clean your sink. The sink is where a lot of bacteria and mold can grow if you don’t clean it regularly. The kitchen is where many people keep food and drinks. Many of these items are left out in open areas, providing the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and mold. You should try to avoid keeping food in your kitchen for long periods of time. It is important to clean your kitchen regularly to avoid food from being left out for too long.

Conclusion

Keeping your house clean is a never-ending task. It’s important to always be cleaning and disinfecting your house to avoid a buildup of dirt and mold. The more you clean, the less time it will take to clean your house. You can also enlist the help of your family and friends so it’s not just you doing all of the work. Your house will look clean, smell good, and be a safe place for you and your family to breathe positive indoor air quality. 

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