7 Common Breeding Grounds for Mold

Mold likes to breed in moist areas of your home because it needs that moisture to get established, grow and reproduce. Longstanding moisture or high humidity conditions go hand in hand with mold. In order to prevent mold from growing in your home, you have to prevent that buildup of moisture. Today's blog focuses on some of the common breeding grounds for mold, those areas of your home that typically see quite a bit of moisture.

1. Improperly Flashed or Caulked Windows

Windows often experience condensation, and when those windows aren't properly flashed or caulked, moisture can seep into the surrounding wood, drywall and insulation.

2. The Attic Near Air-Conditioning Duct Joints

Air-conditioning ducts, especially those running through a hot attic, can create a moist environment perfect for mold growth. If those duct joints start leaking, that moisture build up in your attic can lead to mold. In the tropical environment of Florida, this is a common issue because air conditioners are typically running constantly.

3. The Laundry Closet or Room 

If a hose on your washing machine bursts or one of the connections is leaking, and the room doesn't have a floor drain, that moisture has nowhere to go. It can them seep into adjacent carpet, drywall and insulation, creating an environment for mold growth.


4. Poorly Ventilated Bathrooms

Bathrooms are the one room in the house that probably contains the most moisture, between the shower, sink and toilet. Poorly ventilated bathrooms are the ideal environment for mold to grow.

5. Poorly Constructed Crawlspaces

Bare earth floors transmit huge amounts of moisture. Therefore, poorly constructed crawlspaces are the perfect place for mold to start growing in your home.

6. The Attic Under a Leaky Roof

Do you see a pattern? The attic is an area that you rarely visit, but that can often be a place for mold to easily breed. Leaky flashings and damaged shingles allow rain to infiltrate attics, insulation, eaves and other areas that can trap moisture and be difficult to inspect.

7. Yards That Slope Toward Foundations

When your landscaping is not properly designed to divert water away from your home or your gutter system is not properly installed, moisture is being invited into your home, into the basement or crawlspaces. That moisture offers a place for mold to grow.

If it's too late and your home is already experiencing mold growth, you know who to call! Catalyst Mold Solutions is here for all your Southwest Florida mold needs. From mold testing and prevention to mold remediation in Cape Coral and surrounding areas, we're your permanent solution to mold! Give us a call at 866-343-6653 to request a free quote today.

Catalyst Mold Solutions: Your Permanent Solution to Mold! 


Catalyst Mold Solutions
1217 Cape Coral Parkway East
Cape Coral, FL 33904
Phone: 866-343-6653

Location: Cape Coral, FL, USA

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