It’s the new year and time to get rid of that Christmas tree.  Live Christmas trees are known for mold.  I live in Oregon and know for a fact that Christmas tree farms do not use fungicides on their trees thus they are prone to grow mold.  Other tips include:

• After removing your Christmas tree, vacuum carpet thoroughly preferably with a HEPA vacuum.  This would help rid you of any possible residual mold.

• During cold weather, keep your cabinets under sinks open as much as possible to avoid possible pipe bursts.

• In humid areas, avoid having aquariums and live plants in your dwelling.

• After cleaning carpets during the winter ensure you dry them thoroughly with fans and heat.

• Try to purchase new furniture as opposed to antiques or used items.  Used furniture is much more prone to have mycelium (mold spores).

If you follow the above tips especially during this season you will have a healthy new year!