MOLD DAMAGE RESTORATION

It’s tricky to spot mold because it grows in areas of your home that are dark and damp. Any spots on walls, ceilings, or floors with a “musty” smell are likely hiding mold. While there are many signs to look out for, here are a few of the sneaky signs of mold you may uncover while inspecting your home.

1. Rotten Smell –

   Mold has a recognizable smell. Be on the lookout for a strong, musty smell. If you smell a musty odor in a room of your house and it’s a place that you don’t usually smell it, you may have mold.

2. Wet Carpets – If you’ve recently had flooding in your home, you might have had an issue with mold growing in your carpets. When inspecting for mold, check your carpets to see if moisture has made its way into the fibers. If the carpet smells musty or looks discolored, mold may have established itself in your home.
3. Dampness in the Water Heater – Your water heater can be an ideal place for mold to grow. Because they’re often forgotten about, water heaters often produce condensation that holds mold spores. When inspecting your home, check behind your water heater to see if you feel the dampness. If you find mold in this area of your home, have a mold inspection done to fully assess the situation.
4. Allergy or Asthma Flare-Ups – If you notice asthma or allergy flare-up symptoms in your home and you’ve discovered some of the signs of mold mentioned above, a mold inspection may be in order. Mold can cause respiratory problems, especially in children and the elderly.
5. Fungus in Furniture –

   To inspect your furniture, take off the drawers and, if you can, remove the back. Look for discoloration and a strong, musty smell. If you notice any, have a mold inspection done as soon as possible.

   While you may be tempted to go around the house with a cloth and wipe down surfaces, mold grows best under wet conditions and will continue to spread once you’ve disrupted the environment.

6. Warped Walls – If you notice that the walls in your home are warped, this could be a sign of hidden mold. When the underlying wood warps, it may be because of excess moisture in the wood. Hidden mold can cause wood to rot, so it’s important to note if any mold growth is visible or suspected.
7. Tarnished Tiles – Do you have any tarnished tiles in your home? This could be a sign of mold growth. If you see any discoloration on your tile floors, look for slightly damp areas or a musty smell. By the time you see tarnish on the tile, the mold has likely been there for a while.

Don’t Let Mold Take Over Your Home!

While it’s important to spot the visible signs of mold in your home, there may be more lurking in your walls, air vents, and plumbing. If you experience a musty smell, mold on your walls, warped wood, or tarnished tiles, have a mold inspection done as soon as possible. With a comprehensive inspection and mold remediation, you can get rid of mold and prevent it from destroying your home.

For the best Boise mold remediation, Master Restoration Idaho can help. We specialize in mold cleanup, and we will go above and beyond. We also serve clients in Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, Eagle,  and Star Idaho. Contact us!