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Stuart has noticed mold appearing throughout the home. He wants to know where it may be coming from and how to prevent the fungus from showing its ugly face.
We suggest using hygrometer to measure the amount of humidity in the air. That’s the first step.
If you do have a humidity problem, go ahead and install a cover for the attic stairs to help insulate from above. This will drastically prevent moist air from migrating into the attic.
In addition, it’s important to caulk any gaps around air conditioner registers. The goal is to stop inside air from entering the attic.
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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.
