There's Mold Where?

4/7/2021 (Permalink)

Mold...EWWWW, right? Unfortunatly, mold can be found in many unusual spots in your home. If left to grow, mold can become a dangerous problem for your home’s value and as a cosmetic eyesore. Here are some places to check and clean to avoid these problems.

Your Toothbrush Holder

Your toothbrush gets replaced, but not so much with your holder. This can lead to a moist atmosphere that is ripe for mold growth. It is good to tear down and disinfect your toothbrush holder each month to ensure that mold doesn't have a chance to take up residence. 

Your Appliances

Specifically, your dishwasher and clothes washer are susceptible to mold growth. Check behind and underneath them to see if the darkness and moisture has caused growth. You can then clean the area before it grow into the walls and flooring, which is more costly to remove and repair. Also check INSIDE your appliances. Look under coverings and around rubber moisture seals to expose mold which has developed inside the machine where the cleaning process does not reach.

Potted Plants

If you don't have the gift of a green thumb, you may tend to do something to your plants that can cause mold growth...overwatering. If you give to much water to a plant, the water can stick around for a long time and create an environment that is perfect for mold growth. Make sure you are only giving your plants the appropriate amount of water to avoid this situation. 

Outdoor Rugs and Floormats

Outdoor rugs and mats can tend to get icky underneath. The easy remedy for this? wash your rugs and floormats regularly or simply flip them over and let the sun dry the wet parts before mold can grow.

If you suspect mold, give the professionals at SERVPRO a call! We are faster to any disaster and will make things "Like it never even happened."