ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — As Asheville begins to shake off the chill of winter with a wet spring, changes in humidity can cause mold accumulation in your home. Here are three tips for preventing mold before it materializes.

1. Invest in a dehumidifier

Mold loves to grow in moist, humid atmospheres. Investing in a good humidifier (most run between $200-400) can go a long way toward preventing the spores from growing in your home. With your dehumidifier, keep the humidity percentage in your house under 60% for your best bet at keeping the mold away.

2. Inspect basements and crawlspaces

Unfinished spaces, such as basements or crawlspaces, are great breeding grounds for mold, thanks to moisture seeping up through the ground or accumulating in insulation. In crawl spaces, installing a plastic cover over dirt floors is a great preventative measure. In either setting, regularly inspecting the area for excess moisture and mold is a good policy.

3. Increase air circulation

The simplest step in preventing mold in your home is to increase the air circulation throughout. Small things like keeping doors open throughout the house, opening the window while showering or moving furniture away from the corners of rooms are easy ways to get the air moving. The increased breeze is less likely to allow moisture – and thus, mold – to accumulate.

If you need assistance with mold in your home, Secure Restoration, a home restoration and damage mitigation company, is here to help. For more information, visit www.securerestoration.com.