Mold is present in the environment and can flourish, indoor or outdoors, where moisture is present. Because of the health problems mold can cause – allergy like symptoms; asthma attacks; and irritation to eyes, skin, nose throat or lungs; according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – it's important to deal with a mold problem if you see it present in your home: Clean It Mold cannot grow without moisture, so when you find the mold, the first step toward correction is identifying and getting rid of the moisture.

If you've got leaky windows creating rot problems in your walls, replacing your old and outdated windows could solve the problem. However, inadequate or improper flashing during the installation of new windows means the moisture problem continues to grow instead of fixing it. Watch out for these four common flashing mistakes to make sure your investment in new materials is worth the cost. Incompatible Materials Modified asphalt flashing tape is often used to seal the gaps around windows, but this material is incompatible with both caulk and vinyl siding.

If you've opted for a tankless water heater in your house, it's important that you keep up with the routine maintenance required to keep it clean and functioning at its best. Here are some tips for cleaning and caring for your on-demand water system to get rid of contaminants. Clean the Inlet Screen Shut down the water flow to the heater, and turn the heater itself off. Then, disconnect the inlet tube to get access to the screen on the inside of the inlet.