You can find mold almost anywhere!

Here are some common places that mold can show up:
  • Under the stairs
  • Gutters
  • Attics (especially if there has been water damage or there's poor air ventilation)
  • Ducts and HVAC systems
  • Basements
  • Bathrooms
  • Under your carpet
  • Garages
  • In your car
  • On your roof

These are only a few locations where you can stumble across a mold infestation. Basically anywhere where moisture and where very little light reaches are areas that easily and frequently serve as breeding grounds for mold. 

If there isn't an excessive amount of moisture in your home, mold can't grow. Tracking the amount of humidity in your home will be to your best interest. A hygrometer is a great investment. A hygrometer won't prevent or stop mold growth in your home, but it will measure the amount of moisture in the air in your home. You can also invest in a dehumidifier. A dehumidifier will actually decrease the amount of humidity in your air rather than simply measuring how much humidity there is. 

Ways to Prevent Mold Growth:
  • Be sure to wipe up any type of spill as soon as it happens
  • Keeping tubs, showers, and shower curtains dry after each use
  • Utilizing a fan to dry up most carpeting after a spill
  • Be sure to keep all windows tight and closed when its raining or extremely humid outside
  • When cooking in the kitchen and when showering in the bathroom, be sure to use exhaust fans to cut down on steam
  • Be sure be aware of any mold signs
  • Be sure to address any mold problems as soon as possible