Catalyst Mold Solutions

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 ...

Whether you're allergic to mold or not, exposure to mold can cause irritation to your eyes, skin, nose, throat and lungs. By educating ourselves on the common ways that mold can form in our homes, we can better prevent mold growth, and therefore, mold exposure for ourselves and our families.  1. Roof Leak.  Whether it's the result of storm damage or just an old, worn out roof, a roof leak that goes unnoticed can easily lead to mold growth. Excessive moisture in your attic offers the perfect environment for mold to develop and grow. The best thing you can do to prevent mold due to a roof leak is to check your attic regularly, and have your roof regularly inspected by a professional.  2. Leaking Pipe.  A leaky pipe is also a common cause of mold growth in homes. Those leaks that go undetected for long periods of time can cause moisture build up that leads to mold problems. In order to prevent these problems, it's important to regularly inspect your pip...