Mould removal is a big problem and something we have had to deal with in our time owning a property. In this blog post we will talk you through what issues mould can cause and what the best ways you can tackle it are. In addition to this we will also look at alternative property improvements you can make to protect and strengthen your home overall.
Mould is something you might associate with rotting food or decay. However it can take more than one form overall. When we encountered mould in our household it left a large noticeable dark mark within our property which spread up the wall.
Typically mould leaves a dark mark and can be recognised fairly quickly. Furthermore , the area near where the mould has built up is typically wet and damp or has some form of condensation in order for the mould to be able to spread. Once mould has established itself it can lead to a whole catalogue of problems for the property and the people staying inside it.
When you first identify mould one of the best things that you can do is contact a property repair specialist. They can provide advice as well as tackle the issue to ensure that it does not cause any more issues overall.
Mould removal is typically undertaken by property specialists as it can require equipment that you may not have access to. Furthermore if a mould is well developed it can pose a health threat to anyone with breathing problems or an issue such as asthma for example.
Therefore any removal should almost always be undertaken by a property repair specialist from a reputable company rather than you attempting to remove the mould yourself.
Preventing Mould
The prevention of mould is something that should be high up on your list of priorities if you have a property. When we discovered the issue it led us to find that fridge was leaking causing significant damp which led to condensation and damp building up in the property overall.
One great way in which you can stop mould from building up within your property overall is through the use of an air dehumidifier. These handy devices can be picked up for very affordable prices online or in a store.
It purifies the air within your property and helps to reduce humidity and damp overall. Another way in which damp can be prevented within a property is by ensuring that the windows are open and the property is ventilated. A well ventilated property is significantly less likely to suffer from issues such as mould overall.
As well as the activities mentioned above there are are a range of other ways in which your property can be improved overall. Having new windows installed on your property can improve its overall energy effectiveness as well as heat retention. In addition to this having insulation put in wall cavities can also help to improve overall heating within the home an prevent damp from building up.