Ten Things You Should Know About Mold

6/5/2018 (Permalink)

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• Mold is found everywhere, indoors and outdoors. It is part of the natural environment. It’s usually not a problem, unless it starts to grow indoors.
• The best way to control indoor mold is to control the moisture
• Molds produce and release millions of spores small enough to be air, water, or insect-borne.
• Common indoor molds are: 
  • Cladosporium
  • Penicillium
  • Alternaria
  • Aspergillus

• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
• Reduce indoor humidity to decrease mold by: 
  • Using de-humidifiers
  • Use the air vent in the bathrooms
  • Increasing ventilation
  • Using the exhaust fans whenever cooking

• Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold as soon as possible.
• Clean and dry any damp materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.
• Do not install carpeting in areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem such as basements, kitchen etc.
• The best way to find mold is to look for signs of mold growth, water staining, warping, or to follow your nose to the source of the odor.

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