How Do I Prevent Mold Growth?

The best way to ensure that you don’t have a big mold problem is by preventing mold growth in the first place. Mold thrives on moisture, so the best way to prevent mold growth is to eliminate any moisture problem areas.

Mold Prevention Tips

Preventing mold can be as simple as repairing a roof leak or pipe leak quickly, or properly maintaining functioning rain gutters. You should also check your windows and doors to make sure there are no areas where water can enter your home. A bigger project to prevent mold growth might be installing a waterproof system in your basement to ensure no water leaks into that area without you knowing about it. If your home has a proper level of humidity around 40% to 60%, and you have proper ventilated areas where moisture is present like bathrooms, showers, and kitchens, then mold growth shouldn't be a concern.

What If You Have Mold?

If you've seen visible signs of mold in your home or office building, you will want to contact a mold remediation specialist right away. Mold infestations can quickly spread and wreak havoc not only on the structure of your building but on the health of your family and guests. At Pure Maintenance of Illinois, our team has years of experience in mold remediation and removal and can help return your building to a safe, mold-free environment as quickly as possible.