Humidity in the Home Can Lead To the Risk of Mold Infestations

6/8/2018 (Permalink)

Consistent use of your shower, as well as cooking and cleaning appliances can cause mold to spread throughout your property. There are several ways for this type of infestation to run rampant in your home, but what is it, and how can you help decrease exposure? 

If you suspect that your home has mold damage, you should locate a certified professional to assist with the repairs and cleaning before things get out of hand. SERVPRO of Walnut is more aware of molds and fungi, it is our responsibility to understand them, find out why they exist and get the proper help to control the spread in any home. 

• We experience new species regularly: No one knows how many types there are, yet. Molds exist both indoors and outdoors, within our environment, in the air that we breathe, the food and water that we consume, everywhere around us. We also know that various types of airborne molds and spores may cause health effects in certain people if exposed to the right quantity.
• We have also learned that mold and fungus can grow at the highest rate when inside of warm, damp, humid environments, and spread quickly through the reproduction of microscopic spores. They can even survive harsh dry or cold environments that limit or completely stop normal mold growth, mainly waiting for the right conditions to exist. 
• Mold growth inside of your home is controllable: It is when things get out of control that you need professional help from a company like SERVPRO. We can help you learn how to control your humidity levels inside and properly ventilate your showers and cooking areas to prevent growth from forming.

SERVPRO of Walnut technicians can also help you learn which products to use for cleaning smaller contaminated areas. However, when the area exceeds 10 square feet, professional assistance may be necessary to clean the area and mitigate damages properly. It is unlikely that you have the experience or equipment needed to handle a job larger size and most homeowner’s find that they make the problem bigger by attempting to do it themselves. We suggest leaving grappling with mold in the hands of the professionals.