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Mould Prevention After Flooding

There’s never a good time for the moisture to make its way inside your house. It is of utmost importance if you are in an area with four seasons. Mould need four things to grow.

  • Food (starch or sugar) 
  • The temperature (Usually between 41-104 degrees)
  • Ozone
  • Moisture

Methods for Avoiding Mould

If water seeps into the spaces between your walls, whether from a recent storm that left you flooded or a leaking pipe, it will have everything it needs to start growing mould. It’s important to respond quickly after discovering water damage to minimise the damage and prevent the spread of mould

Dry the area right away.

Make it a priority to deal with the flooded area as soon as possible. It is best to treat the affected area during the first 48 hours after it has been damaged. When it comes to eliminating huge moisture levels, a shop vac may work miracles regardless of how much water is present in the area.

Indicators of Imminent Danger

After cleaning and drying the area for the time being, you must remember it and leave it addressed in the future. You must keep an eye out for any other warning symptoms that may present themselves at a later time. The smell of mould is often quite distinct and easy to identify. There is a foul, musty odour that fills the area. The appearance of the area is also going to be a sign. It will make the area look dirty, and in the worst-case scenario, it may return even if you clean it up.

Taking Away the Broken Stuff

Some wet things just can’t be fixed by drying them out or cleaning them up, so it’s best to get rid of them. Especially if there is damage inside a wall, this may sound like an easier-said-than-done situation. A wall with water damage is a major hassle since you might have to throw away everything from the drywall to the insulation.

Mould Grows In

Mould is something that every homeowner wants to find growing in their property. Damage to your health, possessions, and property can all result from mould. What’s the worst thing about mould? It takes place almost instantaneously and is almost impossible to detect.

It’s common for mould to spread throughout your home, but it is still important to recognise its presence. It only takes the right conditions for mould to start growing and spreading: warmth, water, and food. Keep reading to discover the most likely spots for mould to develop in your house.

The lavatory

Mould thrives in warm, damp areas, like your bathroom, where both conditions are continuously present. Water from the sink, toilet, and shower, along with poor air circulation, is a formula for mould growth. Monitor all potential mould growth incubators, including the plumbing under the sink, to keep your bathroom mould-free. Remember to open windows or doors after getting out of the bath or shower to let the moisture out of the air.

The attic is one of the warmest places in your home because attic heat rises. Mould growth in a home’s attic is something that almost every homeowner will eventually encounter at some point. Poor ventilation, a buildup of dust and debris, a dense concentration of stored items, and water vapour from the roof all contribute to an attic’s homely environment. You’ve got the perfect environment for mould to grow in your attic with all those warm, dark, and damp places. Since you spend little time up there, mould may develop unseen. Always keep an eye on your attic for mould to catch it before it spreads.

Basements

In the same way, that mould thrives in the dark and damp conditions of an attic, so too will it thrive in the dank surroundings of your basement. The humidity in your basement is probably rather high because moisture can easily leak through the floor and wall crevices. Mould grows in the absence of sunlight, moisture, and humidity. Try to prevent this by sealing any basement gaps that could allow water to enter. Inspecting your basement regularly to look for mould growth would be best. It will be useful to attempt to get air circulation down there while making those inspections.

Get In Touch With Reztor Restoration

You will understand how water damage can be a hassle if you have ever dealt with it. Reztor Restoration is ready to assist you with mould removal and water damage. We are prepared to come and eradicate the mould. Get in touch with our 24/7 water and flood damage cleanup team at 1800 739 867 for details on water damage.