Where Could Mold Be Hiding in My Oregon City Home or Business?

2/20/2017 (Permalink)

Where does mold like to hide?

Mold spores exist virtually everywhere, and can especially be a problem in the wet climate of the Pacific North West. It is no surprise that mold may be hiding in your home or business, even when you maintain a clean environment. Where are some places mold is likely hiding, you ask? SERVPRO of Oregon City/Sandy may have some answers:

Kitchen

• Under your sink: A leaky pipe may go unnoticed, creating a dark, wet environment that mold thrives in. Be sure to periodically check for leaks.
• In your garbage can: With all the food waste and miscellaneous liquids that make their way into your garbage, it isn’t unlikely that some of it could make its way through the trash liner into the trash can. Make sure to wipe it down when you notice grime starting to build up.
• Under your fridge: The drip pan under your refrigerator can collect excess water, and if left untreated, mold can form. Clean out the drip pan periodically.

Bathroom

• Under lids and bottoms of shower products: Moisture may become trapped under lids and underneath shower products. Anywhere there’s moisture, there could be mold!
• Inside of bath toys: Water could become trapped inside of bath toys, especially squeak toys. Make sure toys are completely dry before putting them away.
• Under your sink: A leaky pipe may go unnoticed, creating a dark, wet environment that mold thrives in. Be sure to periodically check for leaks.
• Leaks or crack in bathtub/shower: If there is opening for water to enter, it is possible there is mold growth within the shower or tub.

Living Room

• Under carpets: Spills or leaks soak into the carpet and carpet pad, making a moist environment that mold loves!
• Chimney: The spaces between bricks in chimneys are hotspots for moisture and dirt, two things that mold loves.
• Window seals: The best of window seals may still contain mold growth.

Other Places to Check:

• Basement
• In washing machines
• Under carpets
• Leather car seats
• Inside walls

If you have checked all of these places but still suspect mold growth in your home, call SERVPRO of Oregon City/Sandy to set up an inspection.

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