Helena Talbot's blog - 6 Tips to Keep Mold Out of Your Home

When it comes to maintaining a healthy home, being vigilant is a key step toward keeping you and your family safe. Whether it’s keeping things neat and organized or giving the home a thorough cleaning from top to bottom, homeowners take the overall health of their homes seriously. 

As we make the transition from summer to fall, it’s crucial that homeowners be on the lookout for mold growth. This is especially important if you live in an area that’s been exposed to excess moisture and water—which could lead to mold growth if not handled properly. 

To help homeowners ensure a healthy home, CertainTeed Corporation—one of North America’s largest building product manufacturers—offers the following tips: 

-Fix leaks. Check for leaky roofs, foundations, faucets and pipes on a regular basis, making sure extra moisture isn’t accumulating in these areas. Be sure to fix any leaks as soon as they are found. 
-Keep humidity under control. The ideal humidity for a home is between 30 and 50 percent. Measure your home’s relative humidity with a moisture or humidity meter.
-Plan your foundation. To ensure that water cannot collect around or enter the foundation, make sure the ground slopes away from the building foundation. 
-Keep it dry. Prevent mold growth by cleaning and drying any damp furnishings within 24 to 48 hours. 
-Check for odors. If you have had a leak, the first sign of mold may be musty or moldy odors. If you suspect a mold problem, contact a certified mold inspector instead of sniffing or touching for mold yourself.
-Watch for ground water. Check the exterior of your home regularly to help avoid the accumulation of ground water, which can cause mold. If standing water is found, route the water away using downspouts and take the time to re-grade in order to slope water away from the home.

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I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in Loudoun County and Northern Virginia. 

I have over 25 years experience in the real estate industry.  As a Broker/Owner with Exit Realty Talbot and Company, I bring special tools and solutions that enable me to exceed the expectations of my clientele.  If you are considering listing your property in Loudoun County or the nearby areas, ask me about our latest internet marketing systems.  I would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.  I am experienced in listing and selling short sales.  For information on the short sale process, please visit  www.LoudounShortSaleSolutions.com.

My past awards and designations include – 2003 President of the Dulles Association of Realtors, 2003 Dulles Area Assoc Realtor of the Year, Salesperson of the year 2000 Dulles Area Assoc of Realtors,  Top Producer awards from both the Dulles Area Association and the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors.  I am a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network.

I have lived in Loudoun County since 1979.  I am married with two grown children and two grandchildren.  My son in law is my business partner in real estate.  I love to jog in the mornings and spend time relaxing on my Trawler during the summer months.

Loudoun County and Northern Virginia Real Estate Sales and Solutions – Helena Talbot, Broker. I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in the Northern Virginia area to include Loudoun County and surrounding areas including Fairfax, Clarke, Fauquier, Prince William  Counties.  Our local neighborhoods include Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling, Potomac Falls, Brambleton, Broadlands, Lansdowne, River Creek, Belmont Country Club, Beacon Hill, Shenstone, Waterford, Lovettsville, Purcellville, Hamilton, Round Hill and Bluemont.                        Cell 703.727.9885    Office 703.574.3800   www.facebook.com/LoudounCountyConnect  www.twitter.com/ExitAshburn  www.Linkedin.com/in/HelenaTalbot