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What Are The Common Causes Of Mold In A Commercial Building?

7/24/2023 (Permalink)

Mold is an organism that is part of the fungi family. It grows indoors as well as outdoors. Outside, molds are an essential part of our ecosystem. They help break down plant and animal matter. Mold spores occur naturally almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.

When mold grows inside, it can sometimes be problematic. It can cause allergies and infections in some people. Many misunderstandings surround the topic of mold and mold remediation. Some restoration businesses claim they can remove all mold from a building, but this is a fallacy. 

What Are The Facts About Mold?

Here are some facts about mold that you should know.

  • Mold is present almost everywhere in our environment.
  • Mold spores are microscopic, float in the air, and may find a way into your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or come inside on your clothing, dog, or cat.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture and can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to moisture. These colonies may produce allergens and irritants.
  • Before starting the mold remediation process, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed, or the mold may return.
  • Mold often produces a strong, musty odor, so following such odors can lead you to possible mold colonies.
  • Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth, so you can avoid an infestation by keeping indoor humidity below 45 percent.


How Can I Keep Mold From Infesting My North Nashville Business?

The most common cause of a mold infestation is a failure to address areas that remain warm and wet for long periods. Here are some ways to prevent a mold infestation:

  • Keep humidity levels as low as possible—no higher than 50%–all day. An air conditioner or dehumidifier will help you keep the level down, or invest in a meter to check humidity. Humidity levels change over a day, so you must check the humidity levels more than once a day.
  • Be sure the air in your location flows freely. Ensure there are exhaust fans that vent outside the building. 
  • Schedule the repair of any leaks in your business's roof, walls, or plumbing so mold does not have moisture to establish a colony.
  • Clean up and dry out your premises thoroughly and quickly after a flood.
  • Use paint with mold inhibitors. 
  • Clean bathrooms with mold-killing products.
  • Replace carpets and upholstery that have been soaked and allowed to remain wet for a period of time. Choose not to use carpet in bathrooms or lower levels with much moisture.

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