{"id":3741,"date":"2024-09-27T07:31:26","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T07:31:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/?p=3741"},"modified":"2024-09-27T07:31:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T07:31:27","slug":"practical-ways-to-avoid-aircon-mold-during-the-typhoon-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/practical-ways-to-avoid-aircon-mold-during-the-typhoon-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Practical Ways to Avoid Aircon Mold During the Typhoon Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>During the typhoon season, aircon mold is one of the common challenges that Filipino homeowners face. It&#8217;s a health risk, but you can take proactive steps to avoid it. We&#8217;re <a href=\"http:\/\/Teko.ph\">Teko.ph<\/a>, the&nbsp;largest aircon,&nbsp;appliance, and computer services provider in the Philippines, with tips you can take to keep your aircon mold-free during these wet months:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep your aircon filter clean.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You surely can&#8217;t see it, but dirty filters can trap moisture, which can be a breeding ground for mold. Look for signs of mold, such as black, white, or green spots on the air conditioner&#8217;s components. Make sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/teko.ph\/how-often-to-clean-your-aircon\" title=\"\">clean your aircon filters at least every month <\/a>or more frequently during the rainy season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maintain proper ventilation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open windows when possible to allow fresh air circulation, especially after heavy rains. If possible, use a dehumidifier or moisture-absorbing products in your room to reduce humidity levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check for leaks.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, look for leaks around the indoor and outdoor units of your air conditioner. If there are any, they can create damp areas that may promote air conditioner mold. Also, don&#8217;t forget to check the drainage system to prevent water buildup inside your air conditioner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use Dry Mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you own a fairly new AC model? Look for the dry mode and turn it on during humid weather to help reduce moisture and prevent mold growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Schedule Regular Maintenance Checks to Prevent Aircon Mold<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you suspect mold growth in your air conditioner, contact a certified air conditioner technician as soon as possible. They can spot and address potential mold issues before they become serious problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And for worry-free maintenance year-round, consider availing our annual maintenance plan. It&#8217;s a small investment for clean air and a healthy home during typhoon season and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need more help or tips for your other home appliances, ask our AI Tech,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/teko.ph\/aircons-appliances-electronics-ai-support\">Alex<\/a>. Get 24\/7 online support for your aircons, major home appliances, and electronics through our artificial intelligence (AI) technician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During the typhoon season, aircon mold is one of the common challenges that Filipino homeowners face. It&#8217;s a health risk, but you&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":3766,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_glsr_average":0,"_glsr_ranking":0,"_glsr_reviews":0},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3741"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3741"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3741\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3768,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3741\/revisions\/3768"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3766"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3741"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3741"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teko.ph\/tips\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3741"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}