Mold. Doesn't it have a bad ring to it?

It's easy to see why mold gets a bad rap. You usually see it growing on your not-so-fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, and other food items. Mold does have its benefits, however, especially when it does its job of decomposing organic materials back into the ground. It is, in a way, a natural garbage disposal.

When mold starts growing in the home, then it is definitely a bad thing. It can cause allergies to go haywire, and it can cause serious structural damage in your home when it starts to grow behind the walls and underneath your floors.

When there is mold in your home, then you must call a professional water damage restoration as soon as possible. Prevent further damage to be done to your home and the health of your family.

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The key to stopping mold from developing in the first place is to prevent excess moisture from accumulating. Stop mold at its source. If your home is getting hit repeatedly with mold, then examine the overall airflow in your home. Are all of the rooms receiving adequate airflow? Are there air vents installed in the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry room? If so, are you using it? Consider purchasing a dehumidifier to decrease the amount of humidity in your home, or install an air conditioning unit to increase airflow.

Exercise good cleaning practice around your home. Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter to suck up all of the mold spores and other allergens. Use a disinfectant when cleaning your kitchen and bathroom to kill bacteria. When there is a spill, clean it up immediately. Make sure it is completely dry and check if it penetrated any cracks in your floor. Carpet spills will be harder to dry up but just do the best that you can.

When storing belongings, avoid using cardboard boxes or storage compartments comprised of organic materials. Use large airtight plastic bins instead to keep the moisture out and to prevent water from settling into the fibers of the cardboard.