Best Places To Check For Mold In Your Home

4/28/2020 (Permalink)

Mold is odorous, unsightly, can be even dangerous to our health, and it can show up very quickly. Knowing where to look and what areas are most vulnerable can help keep you a step ahead of a mold infestation. If you do find an issue, you’ll want to contact a professional remediation company right away to ensure that your home and your loved ones stay safe. 

Here are the best to check regularly for mold growth in your home:

BATHROOM. Most bathrooms are cleaned thoroughly at least once a week. This is the perfect time to check for mold. Look in the least traveled areas, such as corners of the linen or storage closet, behind the toilet, under the sink. If there have been any leaks in these places in the past, these areas will be in danger until they are fully dry. If you detect a brand new leak or drip, have it corrected immediately. You may want to invest in a dehumidifier for your bathroom, as well, which can be a great tool in the fight against mold. 

KITCHEN. This room is known as the heart of the home, and in addition to the traffic, water is used almost constantly throughout the day. Keep an eye out for spills and leaks and clean them up immediately to ensure that they are not attracting mold spores, which are always in our air and cannot be removed. 

LAUNDRY. This room in your home has nooks and crannies that are not cleaned as often since no one ever sees them. Add to that the humidity in the air and possible unseen leaks or drips, and you have elements present that will encourage the possible establishment of a mold colony. Enlist help to pull the washer and dryer out from the wall regularly and make sure the areas behind them are clean, dry, and disinfected. 

Other areas to keep an eye on: hall closets, garages, storage units, warehouses, and basement areas. 

SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville is always here to help you with any issues related to mold and its remediation.  Large-scale cleanups after flooding and fire are our specialties, as well.