Often, when homes suffer from water damage or high humidity, the musty odors that linger are commonly the result of mold or mildew, which thrives in damp, warm, and dark places. For any mold removal task, we recommend contacting a professional remediation company, such as PuroClean.
Proper remediation of mold not only reduces the odor but also prevents personal exposure, which can contribute to many health-related problems.
While we recommend calling in a professional remediation service, there are still steps homeowners can take to mitigate related odors on their own. For a client to properly control odors in their house, the affected area needs to have any mold properly removed first, materials cleaned, then properly dried to reduce regrowth.
Here are a few tips to remove mold-related odors. For a complete list, Email Erin from her bio page by clicking HERE.
- Inspect damp areas throughout your home that could support mold growth.
- If the affected area is less than 10 square feet, it can be cleaned by scrubbing the surface with a mixture of household detergent and water.
- If the problem is larger in scale, specifically for areas over 10 square feet, it is still best to hire a restoration company that can provide industrial-strength machines and has the proper training and experience.
- Bleach should never be used, as it only kills live mold, but not mold spores, which could lead to faster growth.
- In order to throughly dry an area, use dehumidifiers, air-moving machines and fans.
For more information, including additional tips and methods, including other common musty areas to watch out for, you can email Erin from her bio page by clicking HERE.
