MOULD ABATEMENT

Mould is present everywhere - they exist indoors as well as

outdoors. They are a boon for nature, as they aid in decomposing

dead matter such as dead vegetation. They reproduce through

tiny seeds called spores which are invisible to the naked eye and

travel through the medium of air from one place to another.

Mould thrives under humid conditions. Moisture is helpful for

mould to grow and multiply into colonies. If the contact between

mould and moisture occurs indoors in a domestic area, then it

results in mould problems for the household.

Mould produces a near-repulsive musty odour. Nevertheless, it is

hard to detect the source of mould. Mould can sneak into the rear

of wallpapers or panelling, the underside of carpets, inside

ductwork and roof tiles – practically any nook and cranny which it

can find. The reason for mould to flourish in domestic conditions

is that the domestic indoor materials are capable of moisture

retention, providing an excellent soil for mould to thrive.

Mould does not require a long time to spread. In as little as 48

hours, mould can spread through the property like wildfire,

bringing damage and nuisance. Not only does it affect the walls,

windows and furniture of one’s house, it also poses a serious

health risk for the inmates. Mould exposure can cause conditions

such as coughing, eye irritation, skin rashes, headache, sneezing,

throat irritation, nasal congestion and respiratory problems.

Besides these allergic and irritable conditions, mould can also

produce mycotoxins, which can be potentially hazardous for

health. For people suffering from asthma, the presence of mould

cause asthma attacks.

The dilemma of mould abatement translates into moisture

control.

Not only the mouldy surface needs to be cleared, but

promptly fixing any water problem is also essential to

prevent further outbreaks in the future.

Make sure that the roof, gutters, pipes, AC drip pans and

pipes are all functioning properly without any water leakage

or retention.

It is important to let moisture produced from various

sources (clothes dryers, stoves, heaters) go out of your

house.

Use exhaust fans in places such as kitchen and bathroom.

It is wise to use air-conditioners or dehumidifiers when

needed.

Bio-Cleanse provides professional cleaning services of mold and

mildew, besides many other services.

Visit www.bio-cleanse.com.au/mould-remediation/ for more

information.