Controlling Moisture in Your Home

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Marietta, Georgia, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) October 27, 2010 -- During our busy day, we may forget to take care of the little things in our home that might lead to problems later. How often do we take time to check for excessive moisture in our home? To avoid mold in your home, here are some tips and actions you can take to reduce humidity, prevent condensation, and find out who to call if you think remediation is needed.

The EPA advises that the key to controlling mold is to eliminate moisture. They advise that you fix any potential problems quickly within 24-49 hours of a water damage or excessive moisture event in your home. Regular maintenance in Atlanta for heating and air conditioning repair will help you avoid problems.

EPA Recommendations
The EPA suggests that you take the following precautions to avoid accumulation of moisture in your home. If you suspect that the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) system may be contaminated with mold, do the following:

- Consult EPA’s guide Should You Have the Air Ducts in Your Home Cleaned? Visit www.epa.gov/iaq/pubs/airduct.html, or call (800) 438-4318 for a free copy.
- Do not run the HVAC system if you know or suspect that it is contaminated with mold - it could spread mold throughout the building. Visit www.epa.gov/mold.

- Call the A-Team Heating and Air in Atlanta to help you evaluate the situation and advise you professionally.

Minimize Moisture
Follow these simple steps to minimize moisture in your home.

- Fix plumbing leaks quickly.
- Keep air conditioning drip pans clean and the drain lines unobstructed and flowing properly.
- Keep indoor humidity low (if possible to below 60 percent, ideally between 30 and 50 percent relative humidity). You can purchase a small meter for $10 at hardware stores.
- If you see condensation or moisture collecting on windows, walls or pipes, act quickly as it is a sign of high humidity.

- Vent appliances that produce moisture, such as clothes dryers, stoves, and kerosene heaters.
- Use air conditioners and/or de-humidifiers when needed.
- Run the bathroom fan or open the window when showering.
- Use exhaust fans or open windows whenever cooking and running the dishwasher.
- Increase air temperature.
- Cover cold surfaces, such as cold water pipes, with insulation.
- If you are a renter, report all plumbing leaks and moisture problems immediately to your building owner, manager, or superintendent.

Air conditioners can become breeding grounds for mold; however, systems that are properly designed, installed and maintained should not cause mold growth. It is important to have your HVAC maintained regularly. Take these precautions:

- install an ultraviolet (UV) light in a duct near the condensation pan
- have semi-annual maintenance checks on your Atlanta HVAC system and ductwork by professionals
- regularly clean or replace air conditioning filters
- make sure the condensation pan is not overflowing

Regular heat and air maintenance in Atlanta can help you prevent problems with excessive moisture in your air conditioning system. If you have questions, please contact A-Team heat and air service technicians in Atlanta for plumbing, heat and air conditioning and all your HVAC units. Contact the A-Team by visiting http://ateamheatingair.com or calling 770 516-5165.

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