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CartHere’s How to Get Rid of Mould in Your Home
Mould can appear in different areas within your home, especially areas that accumulate moisture. Mould is unsightly and can trigger allergies or bring on even more serious health concerns. Removing mould before it gets out of hand is essential to keeping your home safe. Here are some tips on how to get rid of mould in your home.
Household Mould 101
There are basic types of household moulds, each with their own host of symptoms:
Allergenic moulds can trigger allergic reactions and asthma attacks.
Pathogenic moulds can trigger symptoms in people whose immune systems are compromised.
Toxigenic moulds can bring about serious health issues: the most common and serious of these is black mould. Exposure can result in severe headaches, nosebleeds, fatigue, and even breathing difficulties. If the damage is large, you should call in an expert to determine how to get rid of black mould in this particular area of your home. Professional mould remediation may be necessary.
Bathroom Mould Removal & Prevention
Your bathroom can be a breeding ground for mould due to poor ventilation, humidity and moisture from shower use. Here’s how to tackle it:
Mould Prevention:
Check for leaky faucets, valves, or clogged drains, and repair any plumbing issues as soon as you find them
Reapply grout sealer yearly
Make sure the bathroom is properly ventilated
Remove excess water from the floor
Hang-dry towels and bathmats
Use mould-resistant paint
Run a dehumidifier or have some moisture-absorbing desiccant somewhere in your bathroom
Clean the bathroom weekly including areas underneath bottles where water may accumulate and sit for long periods
Mould Removal:
Use a bathroom-specific mould killer or the same DIY method from above
Mix baking soda and water into a paste, apply it to the mould for 10 minutes, then scrub it off
Note: if there is drywall mould or it appears to be growing beneath tiles, it’s best to call a professional
Mould Test Kits
A mould test kit can help detect the presence of black mould, pollen, and dust mites in your home. This involves submitting a sample to a lab for analysis (a laboratory testing fee may apply.) If you’re experiencing mould-related symptoms call a professional immediately to address the problem.
Removing mould isn’t fun but taking the time to do it can improve the health of you and your family. It will also help ensure your home always smells fresh and looks great.
