DON'T LET MOLD SNEAK INTO YOUR HOME THIS SUMMER
Summer is a time of carefree fun, family vacations, days spent by the pool, and relaxing in the sunshine. However, lurking behind these fun times, the threat of mold is evermore present in your home during the warm summer months. Higher humidity, hotter temperatures, and more rain during this season increases the likelihood of mold entering and growing in your home. Being aware of these issues ahead of the summer months can help you prevent this unwanted “house guest”.
What Is It?
Mold is a fungus that grows in the form of multicellular filaments called hyphae. There are many different species of mold, and only lab testing can confirm the particular type of mold in any given situation. Fortunately, the specific type of mold isn’t typically relevant to the fact that the mold needs to be removed or the method of removal. Mold inside a home, even in the attic, is a health hazard and needs to be properly remediated no matter the species.
Causes and Prevention
Mold loves to grow in warm and moist areas. Preventing that environment from being created in the first place is a great place to start when trying to avoid mold growth in your home. An easy way to tell if the humidity is high in your house is by looking for condensation. This can come up in normal places like around a soda can (which is a minor example) or on a toilet tank or sink basin. This is an indicator that it is warm and humid enough for mold to grow in those areas. To avoid this, try setting your air conditioner to a lower temperature to keep it nice and cool throughout your home. Another option you can try is buying a dehumidifier for those troublesome areas. They can remove the unwanted moisture from the air and keep the area dryer.
As the temperature on the thermostat rises so does the risk of mold growing in your home. While summer heatwaves are unavoidable, keeping your home cool should be a priority for your comfort and to avoid mold growth. Try to maintain a household temperature of under 80 degrees. This is also important even when you are away from home on vacation or at the cabin.
Be Aware of water
April showers may bring May flowers, but big summer storms can end up dumping large amounts of water on your neighborhood too. This increased amount of water can enter your house through cracks in your roof, foundation, or siding. This water, even if it is just a small amount, can help mold start to grow in spaces throughout your house. Make sure your home is water tight and inspect for leaks every year before the wet season.
The last thing you want during your carefree summer is to worry about mold growing and spreading throughout your home. Make sure to take precautions year round, but especially during the summer mold season, can help you have the blissful summer you imagined. If you suspect that you might already have mold in your home, our team of professional s can help! Call us today to schedule an at-home inspection.
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Every one of our service technicians has been trained and certified by the Institute Of Inspection, Cleaning, Restoration Certification (IICRC).
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Our local team is ready around the clock, day or night, because we know that disasters don’t wait for convenient hours.
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As Louisiana State Licensed Residential and Commercial Contractors, we’re equipped to handle all aspects of your project with skill and expertise.
Unbeatable Experience & Expertise
Our certified team has extensive experience, education and the expertise needed to clean up and restore any damage caused by water, fire, and mold.
Locally Owned & Operated
Restoration Pros is the foremost source for emergency restoration services in Lafayette. We've been serving our area for more than 20 years.
A+ Rating On Better Business Bureau
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We Work With All Insurance Providers
We’ll walk you through every step of the process and coordinate directly with your insurance company to make things as seamless as possible.
Local, Live Operators On Call 24/7
Our contractors are ready to assess the damage to your property and start a plan of action to get your property back to normal as quickly as possible.
Why Choose Us?
Fully IIcRC Certified Company
Every one of our service technicians has been trained and certified by the Institute Of Inspection, Cleaning, Restoration Certification (IICRC).
24/7 Emergency Services Available
Our local team is ready around the clock, day or night, because we know that disasters don’t wait for convenient hours.
Veteran + Female Owned & operated
Restoration Pros is a Veteran & Women owned and operated company built on strong principles that make your restoration process stress free.
Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
As Louisiana State Licensed Residential and Commercial Contractors, we’re equipped to handle all aspects of your project with skill and expertise.
Unbeatable Experience & Expertise
Our certified team has extensive experience, education and the expertise needed to clean up and restore any damage caused by water, fire, and mold.
Locally Owned & Operated
Restoration Pros is the foremost source for emergency restoration services in Lafayette. We've been serving our area for more than 20 years.
A+ Rating On Better Business Bureau
BBB Accreditation means that a company has been reviewed and approved to meet high standards in business regarding all things customer service.
We Work With All Insurance Providers
We’ll walk you through every step of the process and coordinate directly with your insurance company to make things as seamless as possible.
Local, Live Operators On Call 24/7
Our contractors are ready to assess the damage to your property and start a plan of action to get your property back to normal as quickly as possible.
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We service all areas throughout Louisiana, including:
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