Winter's Stealth Invader: Understanding Mold Growth in Cold Weather

1/8/2024 (Permalink)

Call your local SERVPRO to assist in any unwarranted mold damage.

As temperatures drop, the threat of mold growth may seem less imminent, but winter presents its unique challenges. The cold season brings increased indoor humidity due to activities like cooking and heating, creating an ideal environment for mold spores to thrive. Poor ventilation and insulation issues compound the problem, allowing moisture to accumulate in hidden corners. Attics, basements, and crawl spaces become prime breeding grounds for mold during winter. To mitigate this risk, homeowners must remain vigilant. Regularly inspect and address any water leaks, ensure proper ventilation, and maintain indoor humidity levels. Professional mold inspections can identify hidden issues, preventing the winter chill from giving rise to an unwanted guest. Stay proactive to safeguard your home and health, as mold can be a persistent winter intruder. If you are experiencing mold growth, call your local SERVPRO. 

Where should I look for mold?

8/12/2019 (Permalink)

You know that mold is dirty but it can be dangerous. Mold is a type of fungus that sprouts from microscopic spores floating in the air. When clusters of mold spores grow on surfaces, they start to reproduce and become visible to the human eye. All homes have the key ingredients needed for mold growth: the presence of mold spores, a surface for it to grow on, oxygen, warmth, and darkness. When you add moisture, whether from a water leak, stagnant water, or high levels of humidity, into the mix, that’s where mold problems begin. Knowing where mold is commonly found in your home can help you prevent it and treat it.

The most common places for mold growth are:

• Basements or cellars that have been flooded• Underneath kitchen and bathroom sinks• Underneath or behind refrigerators• Behind walls that also house plumbing• Stacks of damp or wet newspaper or cardboard boxes• Around air-conditioning units• Wallboard or around windows that leak• Under carpeting that may have become wet.

Mold growth is of course not limited to these places; however there is a common principle that links all of these environments together: moisture. So if you should find mold lurking in anywhere in your home, call the professionals at SERVPRO of North Rowan County/Salisbury to come take a look. Our team specializes in mold remediation and it’s our job to ensure we leave your home “Like it never even happened.”