Mold Growth – Is Mold Hiding in Your Walls?

Mold often grows out of sight, such as in wall cavities, due to water problems like flooding or leaks. Before you know it, mold can cause your walls to deteriorate from the inside out. The other problem is the toxic environment that results from mold spore contamination. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), indoor exposure to mold is linked to upper respiratory tract symptoms, including coughing and wheezing in otherwise healthy people. Children, the elderly, and those who suffer from a respiratory disease or allergies are most susceptible to the health risks of mold exposure. This is certainly bad news, considering how easily mold can grow in homes. It only needs food (organic material like wood, paper or drywall), an ideal temperature (68°F to 86°F), and water. Very little water is needed — even a relative humidity above 60% can drive mold growth indoors.  We have put together a few tips on what to do if you find any signs of mold in your home.

Act promptly.  If you suspect mold growth, you need to address the issue immediately.  Call a professional mold remediation company to remove the mold.

Don’t use bleach.  Many people think that bleach will kill mold. It kills live mold; however, it does not kill the mold spores, and the mold could in fact grow back quicker when using bleach.

Use caution.  Mold can be very damaging to your health.  Be sure to wear gloves, safety goggles, and a mask when treating mold.

Fix the source of the moisture.  It is particularly important to find out what is causing high moisture levels in your home so you can prevent mold growth in the future.

Contact PuroClean Emergency Services with any questions regarding mold growth in your home or business.  We have mold remediation experts that would be happy to discuss the process with you.