How to Increase Ventilation in an Older Home

If you have an attic space and let's say it's not spray-foned, you know you can increase ventilation in the attic which is probably one of the better places to do. There are now solar powered mechanical vents you can put them mechanically pushes the air out. And then of course you're just your standard run of the mill wired power fans as well. But it's looking at how do we allow the air to escape so that we're not really living and breathing with all the bacteria and mold that we might have if we otherwise did nothing.

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Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/548michaelrubino

Michael Rubino (IG: @themichaelrubino) is an air quality expert and wellness advocate, helping to bridge the gap between our homes and their direct impact on health.

He is the founder and CEO of HomeCleanse (formerly known as All American Restoration), a company dedicated to addressing the worldwide health epidemic caused by poor indoor air quality.

Michael is also the founder of Change the Air Foundation, a nonprofit committed to empowering the world to achieve better health by establishing safer and healthier indoor environments.

Today, you’ll learn all about mold in the home and how to remove it safely & effectively.

In this episode, we discuss:

What is mold?
Is mold always visible to the naked eye?
How to fix mold problems in your home
The top symptoms of mold exposure
Not all molds are created equal
The most toxic molds to be aware of
Is mold on food dangerous to consume?
How mold, mold spores, and mycotoxins work
Why mold became a problem in newer homes
What does ERV & HRV mean?
How to increase ventilation in your home
Is using a humidifier safe?
HVAC systems can be a massive mold problem
What is a MERV rating?
Get your air ducts cleaned regularly
Simple steps to clean your HVAC
The most effective air purifier
Water and moisture make mold grow
The dust test vs. air test for mold
Budget friendly tips to fix mold in your home
The dust test kit
What to look for in a mold remediation company
The process of properly removing mold from your home
Tips for navigating insurance
Can you live in your home during mold remediation?
How Michael and his team protect themselves in a moldy home
Using natural products to remove mold
Should you clean mold in your shower or hire someone?
HomeCleanse + other product recommendations
How to assess which items in your home can be cleaned of mold
Recommendations for testing mold in your body
Natural ways to detox mold from the body
Advice for traveling and dealing with mold
The challenge with front loader washing machines
How to clean your dishwasher filter
Bathroom shower solutions for mold
Hidden mold exposures in your kitchen
How often should you do the dust test?
Common molds in different locations
How Michael got interested in mold

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