What Causes Mold Outbreaks in Destin?

6/27/2023 (Permalink)

Mold is a common problem in Okaloosa County.

Do you know that overwatering houseplants can encourage mold growth? Our local Destin, Seaside, and Freeport teams are highly trained and certified to remediate mold damage by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). Here is some information about mold from the Florida Department of Health:

Controlling moisture is the key to stopping indoor mold growth because all molds require water to grow. Moisture can come from:

• Flooding from the outside (storm water, overflowing lakes, streams, storm surge, etc.)
• Flooding from the indoors (overflow from sinks, tubs, toilets, air conditioner drain pans or sewerage systems)
• Condensation (caused by indoor humidity that is too high or surfaces that are too cold)
• Water leaks from outside the building (roof, walls, floors)
• Indoor plumbing leaks or broken water pipes
• Outdoor sprinkler spray hitting the walls, or indoor fire sprinklers
• Poor venting of kitchen and bathroom moisture (steam from shower or cooking)
• Humidifier use
• Drying wet clothes indoors, or not venting clothes dryers outdoors (including electric dryers)
• House plants (overwatering, etc.)
• Moisture from our bodies (sweat, wet hair on pillows, breath)
• Warm, moist air from outdoors
• Liquid spills

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When your home or commercial business in Destin has mold damage, our Destin, Seaside, and Freeport team is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 850-267-0746.

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