Mold is a type of
fungus. It thrives on its surroundings including soil, decaying plant pieces,
food, fabrics and clothes and wood materials. It thrives in damp places and
multiplies by sending spores into the air that land and start thriving on their
own. Mold can withstand freezing temperatures, it can also withstand dry
spells.
The key to mold is
moisture control. Damp areas of the home
are a trouble spot for mold growth. The spores that mold produces can create
allergens that can be problematic to sensitive individuals. It is important that
if you see mold in your home you take corrective measures to ensure ridding the
area of the problem.
When you see mold in
your house you need to clean up the mold but also assess the situation and see
where the problem is starting. It could be rot in the floor, a leak in the
roof, or excessive moisture in the bathroom or kitchen area. If you don’t fix the
problem than most likely the mold will present itself again.
Mold can be removed
from a surface by scrubbing the area with warm water and a detergent. Then it
is very important to thoroughly dry the area. You can also take an additional
step of disinfecting the area with a 1/4 cup of beach diluted with a gallon of
water, then let it air dry. This will get rid of the surface/visible mold. Next
you should dig deeper and find out the cause. It may be as simple as adding
better ventilation. Dehumidifiers can help with the moisture, so can running
the kitchen and bathroom fans. If you
have condensation gathering inside your windows and on your windowsills it can
be a smart move to dry those often as well.
Seattle has very wet
fall winter and spring seasons. With precautionary measures and proper
ventilation in your house there should be no major need for concern. Just be
attentive to the issue and if you are concerned with the problem go ahead and
give an expert a call.
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