How to Prevent Mold as Humidity Levels Rise

We founded NoMoldWNC to serve the safety and well-being of the people we serve in Western North Carolina. This includes protecting their health from hazards due to mold exposure, and their property from the damage that active mold growth will cause.

With spring in full swing and the humidity levels rising, it's essential to remain vigilant against mold growth in our homes and businesses.

In our newsletter, we want to share some valuable information to help you maintain a healthy indoor environment – both at home and at work – and prevent mold (and other air quality) problems.

1. Understanding Mold:
   • Mold usually grows in damp, dark areas of buildings, such as basements, crawl spaces, attics, and bathrooms. It can cause health problems and structural damage if left unchecked.
   • Familiarize yourself with the signs of mold growth, including musty odors, water stains, and visible mold growth on walls or ceilings.
   • Mold growth is almost always a sign of water intrusion, which can come from plumbing or HVAC systems, or from rain water intruding through outer walls, or simply excessive humidity.
2. Prevention Tips: Be proactive! To prevent mold growth, do the following:
   • control indoor humidity levels, fix leaks promptly, improve ventilation, and keep your home clean and dry.
   • Regularly inspect areas prone to moisture build up, such as around plumbing fixtures and under sinks.
   • If you start smelling something suspicious, that’s usually the first sign something is amiss. Don’t delay, start looking!
3. Professional Inspection: If you suspect mold growth in your property or have experienced water damage recently, don't hesitate to reach out to our experienced team at NoMoldWNC for a professional inspection. Our certified technicians can assess the situation, identify any mold issues, and recommend appropriate remediation solutions tailored to your needs.
4. Collaboration with Trade Professionals: Mold issues are often due to plumbing or HVAC problems. NoMoldWNC works in conjunction with other trade professionals like plumbing and HVAC contractors to remedy the root causes of mold growth. Our collaborate to achieve comprehensive solutions and long-term prevention strategies for our clients. We are mold remediation experts, and we don’t try to pretend we are plumbers or HVAC contractors. However, some of those will claim to be competent at mold remediation. Don’t buy it – a little knowledge can just make you dangerous. (That’s why we stay in our wheelhouse, and work with good tradespeople to do what’s in theirs.)
5. Community Outreach: We're dedicated to supporting our local community in many ways. This includes promoting awareness of mold-related issues. If your community organization or homeowners' association could benefit from a presentation or workshop on mold prevention and remediation, we'd be happy to share our expertise and resources with you.
6. Partnership with Real Estate Agents: Real estate professionals play a crucial role in ensuring that homebuyers and sellers are aware of any mold issues in properties. If you're a real estate agent, appraiser, inspector, or any other type of real estate professional, we're here to support you and your clients with thorough mold inspections, timely remediation services, and expert advice.
7. Referral Program: Don't forget to take advantage of our exclusive referral program and earn rewards for recommending NoMoldWNC to your friends, family, neighbors, clients, and fellow trade professionals. Help us spread the word about our services and contribute to keeping our community mold-free!

Thank you for trusting NoMoldWNC. Our mission is to create a healthier environment for everyone in Western North Carolina. Should you have any questions or require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Stay safe and healthy