How To Prevent Mold Growth In Your Building

7/29/2019 (Permalink)

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How To Prevent Mold Growth In Your Building

A mold infestation can shut down your commercial building and lead to expensive damage and lost profits. Mold can appear in a variety of locations throughout your property, including:

• Carpet
• Electrical equipment
• Air ducts
• Paper
• Ceiling tiles
• Cavity walls
  

However, there are mold prevention techniques you can use. Since mold thrives in moist conditions, limiting water damage to your building is the key to reducing mold growth.

Stop Water Leaks

Water leaks are a common source of mold. You should regularly check your building for excess water. Pay especially close attention to the roof and HVAC system. Any identified leaks should be dealt with immediately to prevent the mold from spreading.

Any items that have been damaged by water leaks need to be cleaned and dried immediately. Some wet items, including ceiling tiles, may have to be replaced entirely. Carpets that have been wet for more than 48 hours should also be discarded.

Reduce Condensation and Humidity

Mold prevention does not just involve water leaks. That’s because humidity and condensation can also cause mold to spread.
Condensation is particularly common in the corners of rooms, where air circulation is inadequate. You should thus make sure that any furniture or large objects are arranged to maximize airflow throughout the room. You should also frequently check wall corners for condensation and remove it as soon as possible.
If your office still uses paper, make sure to store it in an area with temperature controls and low humidity. Avoid placing boxes of paper in moist areas such as basements. Any paper that has gotten wet may need to be thrown away or restored.
Even if you do follow these mold prevention tips, a sudden storm can still cause a fungal infestation. If you do see mold in your Shotwell, NC, building, contact a professional to assess and fix the damage. Mold remediation experts can quickly remove excess spores and clean contaminated equipment.