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Indoor Air, Radon, and Mold

Air Purifier vs Dehumidifier for Mold: Different Jobs, Different Limits

A dehumidifier addresses humidity, one condition that allows mold to grow; an air purifier addresses some airborne particles. EPA says air cleaners and HVAC filters do not solve mold because they do not fix the water or moisture source. Use repair, drying, and cleanup first. Add dehumidification to keep humidity controlled, and consider a properly sized HEPA air cleaner only as a supplemental particle-control measure—never as remediation.

Home Power Backup

Generator Transfer Switch vs Extension Cords: Safe Power Paths

Heavy-duty outdoor extension cords can power selected appliances directly from a portable generator when their ratings, grounding, condition, and routing meet the manuals. A transfer switch lets an approved generator supply selected household circuits while isolating utility power and must be installed by a qualified electrician. Never connect a generator to house wiring through a wall outlet or a male-to-male cord; that backfeeding shortcut can electrocute people and start fires.