Common places where mold grows

Mold is a type of fungus often found in homes and has a number of consequences, both for the structure and for the health of its occupants. It is an organism that can survive on practically any surface. That is why it is crucial to know the most common places where mold grows as a result of humidity in Florida homes.

Mold directly affects the appearance of the areas where it occurs and therefore, the homes where it is present. However, the most serious damage caused by this fungus is to health, as it produces a series of allergic symptoms that can escalate into serious respiratory diseases.

Where does mold usually appear in homes?

From our extensive experience as Miami water damage restoration contractors, we have found that mold only needs enough moisture to thrive and begin to wreak havoc.

Therefore, some of the mold’s favorite places to live in your home are as follows:

Plaster walls

Drywall is made of cellulose-rich materials and is one of the most common materials to grow mold and mildew in Florida homes.

Wall cavities

The spaces just behind the walls often contain pockets of humid air. This is an ideal place for mold and mildew to grow and cause extensive damage.

Wallpaper

The adhesive material that makes up wallpaper can hold organic debris that serves as food for mold and allows it to continue to grow. Worse, because it is usually attached to the wall, it is difficult to detect the presence of mold in your home. Therefore, if you suspect you have mold damage on your property but have not been able to prove it, a restoration team can be your best ally.

Contact the professionals at Platinum Restoration 305 to identify where you might have a mold colony.

On the roof

Roof mold forms when there is a condensation problem in the building or a leak in the roof. Pay close attention to your roofing to prevent the fungus from growing and taking over your home.

On windows and window frames

Like the mold on the ceiling, when it is present on the window or around its frame, it suggests a problem with condensation humidity in the house. You can also see it in the joints of the crystals.

On the floor

That’s right! Mold colonies can also form under the floor and feed on all the dirt and dust underneath it. Flooring can be the perfect environment for mold growth, as well as tile and mosaic joints in the bathroom, which are the most common places for mold to live.

Furniture

Let’s not forget the damage mold can do to upholstered furniture as it can absorb moisture. Wood furniture is also an ideal environment for mold to grow if there are moisture issues in the home.

Clearly, any room in your Miami home that is damp enough is a potential place for mold to do its thing. With that in mind, regardless of the room where you have found a mold colony, the best thing to do is to eliminate it.

Remember that this fungus not only affects the aesthetics of your home but also has a direct impact on the health of its occupants. Protect your family and your Florida home from mold! Contact us to identify and eliminate it!