Here are some suggestions for reducing asthma triggers in your home. Choose not to smoke in your home or car and do not allow others to do so either. Wash sheets and blankets once a week in hot water. Consider keeping pets outdoors or even finding a new home for your pets, if necessary. Keep pets out of the bedroom and other sleeping areas at all times, and keep the door closed.
Molds grow on damp materials.
The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, clean up the mold and get rid of excess water or moisture. Lowering the moisture also helps reduce other triggers, such as dust mites and cockroaches. Droppings or body parts of pests such as cockroaches or rodents can be asthma triggers. Do not leave food or garbage out.