Everything you need to know about mold mitigation for your Florida property

We have all encountered some trace of mold, a very annoying type of fungus that usually causes serious health and structural problems. Its appearance in Florida real estate is so common that the experts at Platinum Restoration 305 perform various mold damage restoration jobs in commercial and residential properties very frequently. Do you know how to identify mold damage and how to treat it? Let us tell you a little more.

Did you know that mold can affect some people more than others? This fungus can cause nasal congestion, sore throat, coughing or wheezing, burning eyes, or rashes. In addition, people with asthma or allergies may have severe reactions to mold in their Florida homes. In fact, people with compromised immune systems and chronic lung disease are sensitive to moisture.

Although there is always some mold in the environment, a large amount could have serious repercussions on your family’s health and the appearance and strength of the foundation of your Florida property.

How does mold get into Florida homes?

Mold has been on the earth for millions of years. It can enter your home through open doors, windows and vents, and heating and air conditioning systems. Mold in the outdoor air can be brought indoors on clothing, shoes, bags, and even pets.

Mold also grows in places where there is a lot of moisture, such as around leaks in roofs, windows, or pipes, or in places that have been flooded. Mold grows on paper, cardboard, shingles, and wood. Mold can also grow on dust, paint, wallpaper, insulation, drywall, carpet, fabric, and upholstery. So if you’ve discovered or suspected the presence of mold in your Florida property, it’s a good idea to contact mold damage restoration specialists to get rid of this pesky fungus.

How to identify mold in properties?

Mold can be identified as spots of different colors. Also, if you notice a pungent, musty odor in your Florida property, your property likely has mold damage.
If mold is starting to appear in your home, it is urgent to remove it and fix the humidity problem. Mold can be removed from hard surfaces with household products, soap, and water, or a solution of no more than one cup of bleach in one gallon of water. In the most dramatic cases, however, you will need the expert help of restoration professionals like those we work with at Platinum Restoration 305.

How to prevent mold growth?

As a mold remediation specialist in Florida, we recommend the following tips to prevent the appearance of this annoying fungus:

• Keep humidity levels in your home low throughout the day.
• Make sure the air circulates freely in your Florida home. If necessary, use exhaust fans in kitchens and bathrooms that vent to the outside of the house
• Repair leaks in your home’s roof, walls, or plumbing as soon as possible so mold and mildew do not have moisture to grow.
• Thoroughly clean and dry your home as soon as possible (24 to 48 hours) after a flood.
• Add mold inhibitors to paint before painting
• Wash toilets with products that kill mold and mildew
• In the event of flooding or water damage, remove or replace carpets and upholstered furniture that has been soaked and will not dry quickly

To learn more about how mold works and how to remove it, contact Florida property damage restoration experts like those at Platinum Restoration 305.