What Causes Mold to Grow in Homes? 7 Hidden Sources of Indoor Mold in Lansing, Detroit, Troy, Novi, Sterling Heights, MI, and the Surrounding Areas

We don't normally think about it in Lansing, Detroit, Troy, Novi, Sterling Heights, MI, and the surrounding areas, but mold is all around us, and we can even bring in mold on our clothing from the outdoors. But what actually causes mold to grow in our homes? T.A.C.T. of Detroit has done many mold inspections and mold testing, and mold can grow in many places that you wouldn't think of. But when the right ingredients are present, and mold is introduced to that environment, it will take hold and grow. This mold growth can not only be detrimental to your home in several ways, it can also cause adverse health issues for those living in the home with mold, from sneezing and coughing to headaches and more. Our team has done a lot of mold remediation, and we've found many sources of indoor mold. Contact us today to schedule your mold inspection.

Hidden Places Where Mold Can Make a Home

Places that have moisture and higher humidity are prime locations that can grow mold. These locations can include many unusual spots, including: your home's HVAC system, behind drywall and baseboards, in upholstery, your attic space, in clothing, inside your washing machine, as well as in your dishwasher. When you think about it, these all make sense, but they are usually not the first places that one considers when looking for the right locations for mold to grow.

While all of these locations provide moisture and humidity, they also all have another feature in common: they provide material for the mold to grow. Specifically, organic material helps mold to grow and spread. From the organic materials in your home, like drywall and wood, to the organic materials in your clothing, plus the food residue in the dishwasher, your home provides moisture and a meal for mold.

How To Deal with Mold

Once our team confirms the presence of mold with our mold inspection and mold testing, the next step is to perform mold remediation. Because of the health hazards associated with mold, our professional team is fully capable and trained to properly remove the mold without spreading more spores throughout the building. In order to prevent future growth, it is important to have ventilation in the area where it was found and to eliminate the source of moisture.

Our homes in Lansing, Detroit, Troy, Novi, Sterling Heights, MI, and the surrounding areas provide ample opportunities for mold to take hold and grow, and as explained above there are many unusual places that mold can be found. T.A.C.T. of Detroit can help find mold with our mold inspection services and then remove it with our mold remediation services as well. Help protect the occupants of your home by contacting us today to schedule your mold inspection.