Mold In Summertime - It Happens
Mold isn’t
exactly something we think about all that often, but it does tend to cross our
minds during the spring months when showers and storms occur almost daily and
our homes and property are reluctant to completely dry out. We also think about it in the winter, when
melting snow can make for an abundance of moisture. Summertime, however, is another story, and if
there is a season where we let our guard down when it comes to mold, this is
it.
The plain fact
of the matter, however, is that mold is not confined by a season, or a
temperature, or anything of the sort.
All mold requires for growth, rapid growth, is moisture. And moisture can occur year round, any place,
any time. Mold also grows on practically
anything….paper, ceiling tiles, piping, cardboard boxes, insulation, fabric…the
list goes on.
Mold brings
with it various health hazards, ranging from milder allergic reactions, runny
nose, watery eyes, skin irritation, etc., to more serious problems such as
neurological disorders, respiratory problems, lung disease, and in rare cases,
even death.
One aspect of
mold not normally discussed is its ability to cause serious damage to the
structure of your home. Mold has a habit
of slowly eating away and destroying whatever it is attached to, and that
included the would or drywall in your home or business. More than one property has been condemned and
torn down for no other reason than out of control mold growth.
To stay ahead
of mold in your home, keep a close eye on your air conditioner’s drain pan,
clothes dryers that vent indoors (as they can provide an ample source for
moisture), and even the overwatering of house plants. In addition, condensation from high indoor
humidity can present a problem, along with outdoor sprinklers that continuously
wet the walls of your home. Even wet
clothing left to dry indoors can set the stage for mold growth.
Mold occurs in
natural environments all the time, breaking down dead plant or animal
tissue. We encounter and even inhale
mold spores almost every day, with no adverse side effects. The problem arises when mold occurs within an
enclosed space; suddenly mold spores are encountered in much higher
concentrations than normal, and when inhaled, can present a variety of health
threats.
It is very
important for homeowners to recognize just how easy it is for mold to establish
and grow within the home. It is far
easier to correct the potential problem than to get rid of it once it has
established. Reducing your home’s
humidity to the lowest possible level can really go a long way toward
preventing a serious mold problem.
Once you have
mold in your home, it isn’t enough to simply remove it. Unless the area is properly treated, the mold
is guaranteed to return. The affected
area should be thoroughly cleaned, disinfected, sanitized, and steps taken to
reduce humidity and moisture and improve ventilation. It is important to take all the steps
necessary to prevent the return of the mold infestation.
For quality
mold remediation services backed by a one year guarantee, contact your IICRC
certified mold removal and water restoration professionals at Water Damage
Local.com. 
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