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3 Important Things To Remember About Mold
2/17/2022 (Permalink)
Black mold is a common problem that can affect many homeowners in the Dale City, Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, and Lorton areas. However, there are a few things about this fungus that you may not know. Understanding more about mold and how it grows can allow you to handle the issue correctly if it shows up in your house, so keep the following information in mind.
- Mold Loves Moisture
One of the most important things to remember about black mold is that it thrives on moisture. In the right environment, mold can spread very quickly, and you may end up with a severe growth in just a few days. For this reason, it is important to keep humidity levels in your home low if you have a mold problem. Opening windows and using a dehumidifier are a couple of ways you can do this. You should also have leaks or water damages cleaned and repaired as quickly as possible.
- Mold Won’t Go Away On Its Own
If you see an excessive amount of microbial growth on your walls or your shower tiles, it can be tempting to just leave it alone and hope that it eventually goes away. However, this is highly unlikely to be the case, even if you allow the area to dry. When you are not proactive about removing mold, you are only allowing it to spread further. Mold remediation and mitigation should be done to prevent this.
- You Cannot Remove It Completely
One reason that mold is such a common problem is that spores are present nearly everywhere. Because of this, even if a mold remediation company removes the visible growth, it is likely to return if you continue to have a moisture problem in your home. To keep the fungus at bay, you should make sure to clean your home regularly and keep surfaces dry. While there are probably some spores floating around your home, they will usually not cause you any trouble if they do not have the right conditions to spread. Remember to keep humidity low and call a professional to perform cleanup if you notice any visible black mold growth.
If you suspect you may have microbial growth in your home, please give our team at SERVPRO of Dale City/Lake Ridge and SERVPRO of Woodbridge/Lorton a call. We’re always here to help and have been serving the northern Virginia area for more than 17 years.