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Central Florida homeowners are lucky to live in the Sunshine State and enjoy good weather all year long. But although the climate can be great, humid weather is the main contributor to mold growth with other issues inside people’s homes. Windows help prevent moisture from entering your home, but they capture all the humidity and dampness from the outside. Unfortunately, when homeowners do not treat excessive moisture on their windows, mold grows fast. Florida’s humidity levels are always above 70% all year long. This fact alone could guarantee …

How do you distinguish mold from mildew? Mold and mildew pose issues to many homeowners. Both of these microorganisms prefer environments with high moisture levels. That’s why you are at a higher risk of developing mold and mildew in your home if you have an existing moisture problem. It’s important to learn the differences between mold and mildew. While these two types of fungi share commonalities, the associated risks and removal procedures are quite different. In this article, we are going to cover the major similarities and differences betw…

Where There Is Water Or Moisture, There Could Be Mold Molds can start growing anywhere that water or moisture is present. The key to preventing mold growth is to ensure that the water or moisture is kept in their own managed environment. This means that water in a bathroom shower stays in the shower. Water that hits a home's roof rolls off the roof into the home's gutters and the ground. Also, it means that water traveling through a pipe stays in the pipe. As long as the water remains within its intended container, the chances of mold growth wi…

Has a hurricane affected your Jacksonville or Lakeland home? Hurricanes threaten households in more ways than just property damage. After the strong winds and heavy rain subside, you could be dealing with an urgent mold problem. Not only is mold growth an aesthetic issue, but some types of mold can also lead to respiratory problems, and eye and skin irritations. That’s why, if a hurricane causes dampness or wetness in your home, you need to immediately take practical steps to reduce potential harm to your property. In this article, we are takin…

Is there excess moisture present in your home? Too much moisture is a serious risk factor in a living space. When you have excess levels of moisture in the air, the risk of mold growth skyrockets. All of that extra water within indoor air will damage your floors and walls, among other surfaces. Additionally, humidity helps to breed mold that can cause health ailments in those who are susceptible. That’s why eliminating moisture levels is more than a strategy for preserving your property’s value. In some cases, lowering the high humidity level c…