Bleaching Mold Is Not the Solution

5/16/2019 (Permalink)

You may have heard that a solution of bleach and water can be used to remove mold, but this is not actually the solution to the problem. There are quite a few complications with this common belief, so make sure you take a moment to learn a little about mold cleaning so that it will be done properly in your building in Knoxville, TN.

What’s Wrong With Bleaching Mold?

The appearance of a clean surface perpetuates a false belief that bleach can be used for fungus cleanup. This method actually does remove some stains or temporarily removes mold from a surface, but this is not permanent. Here are some of the problems with this method of cleaning:

• Porous materials provide hidden territory for mold to root deeply where a solution may not penetrate.
• Mold spores are everywhere, so the mold will return unless the source of moisture is stopped.
• Attempting the cleanup of mold with a solution of bleach and water can exacerbate existing moisture issues.
• Bleaching just masks the problem with the appearance of a clean surface, while mold hides deep within.

These efforts can lead to bigger problems. The appearance of fungus cleanup hides the fact that your mold colonies are still thriving and multiplying deep beneath the surface of your walls, floors, carpets or other building materials. Mold damage can only happen where there is a food source (including building materials, dirt, and dust) and a water source.

The Real Solution

The water source can be unnoticeable because it is usually not a puddle or other obvious problem. Excessive indoor moisture can be caused by something as simple as high humidity or condensation near pipes or in the air conditioner. When small water problems go unnoticed, they turn into big problems fast. Mold reproduces in as little as 48 hours. The key to ending your mold problem is finding the source of moisture and stopping it. A professional mold remediator is trained to do this before taking steps for proper fungus cleanup, which may include the drying or removing of damaged materials.

Call SERVPRO of West Knoxville/Farragut for your mold damage remediation and restoration needs.