How to Identify Mold

7/28/2020 (Permalink)

Mold growing on ceiling panels

Homes around the globe, even those in Minnesota are susceptible to mold. Spores can be dangerously destructive, so periodically conduct a comprehensive mold inspection throughout your residence and proactively seek out these nefarious threats.

What to Look for When Checking for Mold

Detecting mold is easy, but understanding the below facts about mold will help speed up the discovery process.

Not all molds look the same. They come in many colors, ranging from green to yellow or even blue and orange, as well as different shapes. Keep an eye out for these variations.
Mold requires moisture in order to survive, so pay close attention to heavily damp areas featuring faucets, leaky pipes or steam.
Mold has a distinct, musty smell so let your nose guide you in the right direction.
Check out places mold commonly accumulates, such as inside HVAC ducts, covering the interiors of old, unpacked boxes or within long-neglected car trunks. Washing machines, dishwashers and refrigerators have all been known to suffer from mold.

By conducting a surface mold inspection using only your eyes and nose, you can usually identify whether or not a problem lurks nearby. Keep in mind that while black mold (scientifically known as stachybotrys chartarum) is non-toxic, many other types of mold may not be. Remember, wearing protective equipment before crawling into areas you suspect might be infected is always a wise precaution.

What to Do if You Find Mold
If you believe mold has grown in or around any section of your home, call a mold removal specialist urgently. The consequences of waiting to remove house mold can be disastrous. Never compound mold damage by allowing it to worsen over time.
Finding mold isn’t difficult, but no matter where you discover mold hiding it must be taken care of promptly. Periodically conducting a complete mold inspection throughout your home means early diagnosis, an easy step towards minimizing mold cleanup.

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