When is mold a problem?

You may have seen white thread-like growths or clusters of small black specks along your damp bathroom or basement walls, or smelled a "musty" odor. Seeing and smelling Mold is a good indication that you have a Mold problem. However, you cannot always rely upon your senses to locate Molds. Hidden Mold can be growing behind wall coverings or ceiling tiles. Common places to find Mold are in areas where water has damaged building materials and furnishings perhaps from flooding or plumbing leaks. Mold can also be found growing along walls where warm moist air condenses on cooler wall surfaces, such as inside cold exterior walls, behind dressers, headboards, and in closets where articles are stored against walls. Rooms with both high water usage and humidity, such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and basements are often havens for Mold. If you notice Mold or know of water damaged areas in your home, it is time to take action to control its growth.