Even the smallest amount of water that gets into your home can cause mold. All mold needs is just the tiniest bit of moisture and then it can grow and grow. If you have had flooding, a broken pipe, or some similar type of water damage in your home, it’s important to take action immediately to prevent mold.
Here are some things to know about how to prevent mold after water damage:
- Remove the water immediately – The first step is always to get the water out as quickly as possible. If it’s so much water that you cannot do this easily on your own, you may need a professional with trucks and hoses to pump the water out.
- Use fans – You can also use fans to dry carpets and other flooring out more quickly. You should keep the fans going at least a day or more longer than it seems like you need them. Things can be dry on the outside but not on the inside.
- Use dehumidifier – You also need to dehumidify the room(s) that were affected. This will remove excess moisture, make the room feel cooler and limit the growth of mold and mildew.
- Clean away visible mold quickly – If you do see any visible mold, it needs to be cleaned away and removed quickly and safely.
As you can see, all of these steps will be easier with an expert and professional equipment. This is why many people will do small jobs themselves at home but will call in an expert for big jobs. You will need to decide for yourself if your water damage issue is something you want to try to tackle yourself.
Now that you know how to prevent mold after water damage, you could put this into practice if you gave water damage. To consult a professional right away, use the resources on our site as soon as you become aware of the water damage and find an expert to help you.