If you’re a Nashville homeowner reeling from the effects of water damage in your property, you’re likely to be familiar with mold. Not only is it unsightly, but it can also affect your home’s structural integrity and cause potential health risks like allergies and respiratory ailments. Here are five mold facts that you should know.

• There are two mold states.

Experts estimate that there are over 100,000 mold species, and these have two states: viable and non-viable. Likely, mold is active and growing; it is in an environment where it can thrive and spread. While non-viable mold is no longer active due to a lack of food source or moisture, it can still release spores into the air that can spread throughout your home.

• You can forego mold testing.

Some homeowners believe that any mold should be tested for proper identification and confirm if it can cause property damage. However, the mold remediation professionals at Rytech Nashville should remove any type of mold immediately; prior testing is no longer necessary. 

• Water damage is not the only cause of mold growth.

While water damage is one of the most common causes of mold growth, addressing this will not guarantee a mold-free home. Poor ventilation and humidity is another factor that can encourage mold to thrive. Consider the kitchen, bathroom, and basement as mold hotspots because these are naturally humid environments.

• Mold has no odor

You’ve probably heard that mold has a musty and earthy smell – it’s the mold byproduct that is causing the odor. As it digests the surface that it has taken hold of, The fungus releases odors and toxins.

• Cleaning and disinfecting your home won’t be good enough.

Mold removal is not a simple DIY project you can do over the weekend. Yes, you can clean and disinfect surfaces, but this won’t address the root cause of your mold problem. Most of the mold will be in hard-to-reach areas like crevices, cracks, and interior walls. Moreover, in trying to get rid of mold, you might inadvertently release mold spores throughout your property. It’s best to work with mold remediation and water damage professionals like Rytech Nashville to remove any mold growth safely.

Rytech Nashville has been providing effective mold remediation and water damage solutions to residents of Middle Tennessee and its surrounding areas since 1995. IICRC-certified technicians will recommend a plan of action to remove the mold and cut off sources of moisture causing it. Get in touch today to schedule a consultation.

Rytech Nashville is a leader in the water damage restoration and mold remediation industry. The company has reached exponential growth from its humble beginnings in one location and currently provides service to 49 major markets across 25 states. Call (615) 751-8445 for more information