Controlling Mold

Mold should be treated seriously.  It may be infectious and will spread throughout furnishings, materials and the building.  Mold can irritate some people.

  • Look for visible signs of mold growth. Dark moist areas are the prime location for mold grown.
  • Odors. If you can smell musty or mildew like odors mold may be present. Check air circulation. Stagnant air and moist conditions will also trigger mold growth.
  • Clean area with water/bleach mixture (10% bleach). Add soap to breakdown dirt and oil on surface. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  • Take proper precautions to reduce exposure (i.e. masks, gloves, etc.)
  • Check air circulation.  Stagnant air and moist conditions can trigger mold growth. 
  • Check air ducts. Clean any infected areas and remove obstructions to airflow.
  • Check heating exchange coils.  Mold on the coils will spread throughout the building via the ductwork. CLEAN COILS WITH DISINFECTANT!
  • Fix or eliminate mold problems at the source. Treating symptoms guarantees another infection of mold.
  • Isolate the infected materials in a room or area. Ventilate air to the outside to prevent spreading mold into the air ducts.
  • Remove mold from books and objects. VENTILATE ALL AIR OUTSIDE!

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