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EPA 402-K-02-003This Guide providesinformation and guidancefor homeowners andrenters on how to cleanup residential moldproblems and how toprevent mold growth.U.S. Environmental Protection AgencyOffice of Air and RadiationIndoor Environments Division1200 Pennsylvania AvenueMailcode: 6609JWashington, DC 20460www.epa.gov/iaq
A BRIEF GUIDE TO MOLD,MOISTURE, AND YOUR HOMEContentsPageMold BasicsWhy is mold growing in my home? 2Can mold cause health problems? 2How do I get rid of mold? 3Mold CleanupWho should do the cleanup? 4Mold Cleanup Guidelines 6What to Wear When Cleaning Moldy Areas 8How Do I Know When the Remediationor Cleanup is Finished? 9Moisture and Mold Prevention and Control Tips 10Actions that will help to reduce humidity 11Actions that will help prevent condensation 12Testing or sampling for mold 13Hidden Mold 14Cleanup and Biocides 15Additional Resources 161
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