Guidelines to prevent Mould damage

Moulds are a large and diverse number of fungal species where the growth of hyphae results in discoloration and a fuzzy appearance, especially on food and wet areas. Moulds cause biodegradation of natural materials, which can be unwanted when it becomes food spoilage or damage to property. 

Here are some guidelines on how to go about preventing mould growth in your house or work place:

1) In some cases, mould growth may not be visible or obvious; it may be possible that mould grows on hidden surfaces such as the rear of a dry wall, the top of ceiling tiles, underside of carpets and pads, etc. There is a need to check for such areas before looking at the more obvious options. 

2) You are required to clean and dry, wet or damp spots within 48 hours.

3) Maintain low indoor humidity; below 60% relative humidity.

4) Perform regular inspections and maintenance and keep it as scheduled.

5) Keep heating, ventilation, and air conditioning drip pans clean, flowing properly, and unobstructed.

6) Building materials and furnishings that are contaminated with mould growth and are not salvageable should be discarded and not kept to be recovered. 

7) And last but not the least, always use gloves and eye protection when cleaning up mould! 

Hope these tips will help you in getting rid of small mould problems. At the same time there is a need for professional help for a bigger and more dangerous situation of mould damage recovery operations.

Call us at 042 741 1789 for professional help in mould cleaning or visit us on our website at http://www.bio-cleanse.com.au/services/mould-remediation/ for more knowledge.