Living in Birmingham, we worry about mold growing in our homes and properties with the warm, humid climate. Learning about mold can help you prevent it from infesting in your home. We have put together a list of lesser-known facts about mold to help you.
- MOLD STARTS GROWING IN 24-48 HOURS
Mold can begin growing very quickly. It is important to take care of any water damage event immediately to prevent mold from growing in your home.
- PAINTING OVER MOLD DOES NOT GET RID OF IT
Many falsely believe that mold will go away if you paint over it. However, mold will eat through the paint and reappear on the wall. You need to have the mold remediated before you begin painting.
- BLEACH DOES NOT KILL MOLD
Bleach only kills live mold – it does NOT kill mold spores. If you try to remove mold with bleach and water, it can make the mold grow back quicker.
- MOLD CAN GROW ON A VARIETY OF SURFACES
The ideal conditions for mold are moisture-prone areas. Mold tends to grow in bathrooms and basements.
- THERE ARE OVER 100,000 DIFFERENT TYPES OF MOLD
We discuss a lot of different mold types in our blog. Check out our posts to learn more about some of the most common mold types.
Give Mold Testing Services a call if you suspect mold in your home or business. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have. We offer mold testing and inspections for residential and commercial properties.