If you have condensation on your windows, you are at risk of mold.
Mold needs four things to grow: spores, organic material, the perfect temperature, and water. In order for mold to grow it needs moisture. This moisture can be found around your home through your sink, your pipes, and even in the air. Corrosive and leaky pipes have been the suspects of water damage countless times but even spills and splashes in your bathrooms can cause mold to grow in your home. But instead of living your life in fear, there are some things you can do to keep your home’s moisture under control. Let’s take a look at how you can maintain a healthy moisture level in your home that will also keep mold at bay.
How to Tell if Your Home Has Too Much Moisture?
Not every home has a problem with their humidity. Some homes thrive with just the perfect amount while others may have a high humidity level. While some people may have trouble telling if their home is too humid, there are some signs you can look for in order to figure out if there is an excess of moisture. While looking out your windows, if you notice condensation on the glass, your home could be harboring unsafe levels of moisture. You should also look for water stains on your ceilings or bubbling paint and wallpaper. To know for sure if you have too much moisture, you could also install a hygrometer in your home to monitor the humidity levels. If your levels are elevated, consider installing a dehumidifier in your home.
Be Suspicious of Your Home
In order to help maintain healthy moisture levels in your home, you will need to be suspicious of any high levels. Instead of waiting for mold to announce itself with health problems or damage, check around your home for water damage, condensation, and other visible moisture that could spark mold. If you suspect mold in your home, now is the perfect time to call Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group for a mold test. A mold test will allow us to check your home for mold with state-of-the-art technology and testing. We will take an air sample of your home to check for spores, take a surface sample if we find anything, and move into remediation, if necessary. Being suspicious of your home could save you a lot of trouble and health problems later.
Mold can start to grow in your home in as little as 24 to 72 hours after water damage. Don’t let mold affect how your family lives. For more information on controlling the moisture in your home or testing for mold, call us today!
Call Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group!
If you or a family member suspects the presence of black mold or any other type of mold in your home, contact the professionals at Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group. With more than 30 years in the mold remediation industry, we have the experience and tools to help you. Contact us at 410-258-3579 or 1-877-591-MOLD (6653).
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