Do You Need Mold Removal? 3 Ways to Tell

Posted: Jan 10, 2024
Author: AdvantaClean of West Knoxville

• Moisture Issues – Mold thrives in damp environments, so if your building has suffered any kind of water damage or other moisture issues, there may be mold as well. We encourage you to keep an eye out for leaks, condensation, and similar moisture problems in your building—if you notice any of these issues affecting the structure, it’s likely you will need mold removal.
• Sniff Test – In addition to loving moisture, mold also loves darkness. Because mold can grow in dark environments, mold infestations can spread through crawlspaces, wall crevices, and other out-of-the-way areas long before it spreads to the visible parts of your building. However, just because you might not be able to see signs of mold right now doesn’t mean it’s not there. Mold gives off a distinct musty odor, so if any part of your building starts to smell off, give us a call right away to get our mold removal experts on the case.
• Unexplained Symptoms – A third way to tell if you need mold removal services is to pay attention to your health (and that of everyone else who uses your building). If you or anyone else starts to experience symptoms such as wheezing, congestion (or conversely, a runny nose), dry eyes, or itchiness, we encourage you to have your building checked for mold, as all these symptoms can be caused by exposure to spores.