Avoid exposure to mold in damp places such as wooded areas, barns, basements and saunas. Wear a face mask if you can't avoid moldy places. Keep humidity below 35 percent with air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and fans. Use products that contain mold killing solutions or a bleach solution to clean areas of high mold growth. Ventilate your home well.
Molds live in most environments.
Although they do not have a strictly limited season, they thrive during the humid seasons of the year. Molds are present in the outdoor air, particularly in shady damp areas, on decaying leaves and other vegetation. In the home, showers and basements are sources for mold. What you can do If you are sensitive to molds, avoid areas of high mold growth, such as basements, fallen leaves or wooded areas. In the home, keep humidity below 35 percent.