Use exhaust fans vented to the outside when taking baths or showers or when cooking. A dehumidifier, air conditioner, or furnace will help to dry the air. Prevent condensation problems by installing adequate insulation to keep the walls warm. Reduce the sources of moisture coming in from the outside. Install vapor barriers in crawlspaces to prevent ground moisture from entering.
Disinfectants kill mold growing on hard surfaces, such as walls and hard floors.
One of the most effective and least expensive disinfectants is chlorine bleach. Check the label and use only bleach with 5.25 percent sodium hypochorite. Follow directions for use on the label. In The Home at the county extension office. Back to top.