Are You Checking for Mold?

6/3/2021 (Permalink)

Regularly inspect your home for mold so that you can find any before it becomes an issue!

Places That Get Overlooked When Regularly Checking For Mold

Most homeowners know the obvious places to look for mold in their homes basements, bathrooms, and kitchens are big targets but there are a few places that go regularly unchecked.

1. House Plants - Overwatering house plants can easily lead to a moist environment with enough standing water to promote mold growth.
2. Washing Machines - Naturally the washing machine feels like a clean environment due to the constant detergents going into the machine, but if your washing machine is not properly drying in between uses this may cause a good environment for mold growth.
3. Drywall - There may be darkened patches on the walls or ceiling of a room , regularly check the walls around the house especially the ones hidden behind furniture for dark patches which are an indicator that there is mold present.
4. Carpets - Mold typically grows underneath your carpets. Any liquid-related spills or accidents can cause moisture to become trapped in the carpeting, permeating the areas underneath and inviting mold growth. Before you tear up the carpet to check, you might try smelling it or feeling it to see if it appears damp or musty.
5. Window Sills - When the humidity levels in your home are too high, it can cause excessive condensation to form on your window sills. This moisture is what causes the mold on wood. It's important to regularly check window sills, as mold that originates here can quickly spread to other areas of your house.

No matter the level of mold present trust in SERVPRO of Clovis to help with mold removal and remediation. Give us a call at (559) 297-3429