Mold: Housekeeping or Health Issue?

When mold is a housekeeping issue

Indoor mold is often a housekeeping issue because it takes root in areas with insufficient cleaning. Mold is naturally occurring so its presence indoors is not surprising. However, all visible indoor mold should be removed. In most situations, that means routinely cleaning non-porous surfaces with soap and water and discarding any mold-impacted porous materials. Without proper cleaning and maintenance, any home can develop mold growth, and any mold growth left untreated can become a larger concern.   

When it becomes a "mold problem"

Left unchecked, mold can cause and aggravate health conditions and cause structural damage to a home. Indoor mold growth requires professional intervention when anyone in the home is immunocompromised or has an underlying health condition or there is: 

• Inadequate or poor ventilation

• Ongoing, elevated interior humidity

• Recurring moisture or water intrusion

• A lack of diligent housekeeping

When mold requires testing and professional remediation 

Call a professional when you: 

• Smell musty odors regularly

• Notice visible mold growth that recurs after cleaning

• Experience repeat water events in the same area

• Encounter a water event not completely dried in less than 72-hours

Don’t take my word for it… independent resources and links:
Learn more about mold by visiting the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) :
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You can control Mold.

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