Is Your Southern Oregon Home at Risk for Mold?
The primary risk factor for mold in southern Oregon is moisture. Recognizing moisture as a risk factor is one thing, identifying sources of moisture is another. In our area of the state, the wet season lasts for around half a year, which can contribute to high amounts of moisture. However, weather isn’t the only risk factor. You may have a moisture-rich, mold-friendly environment around your home if:
- Your home has a significant amount of leaf buildup. Layers of leaves in gutters and around a property can create a moisture-rich environment. Depending on the location and thickness of the leaves, mold can creep into siding, along gutters, and into the home.
- Your plumbing leaks. Slab leaks, burst pipes, and other plumbing issues can slowly leak water into your home, creating an ideal breeding ground for mold. If left unaddressed, plumbing-related mold growth can create serious health hazards.
- Your bathrooms don’t properly vent. Unreleased steam can build up along walls, behind mirrors, and in all the nooks and crannies of a bathroom. You may be able to clean visible surfaces, but mold growing in hidden spaces can create issues.
- Your roof leaks. Small imperfections in a roof allow rainfall and dew to slowly seep into the home. Roof leaks can cause serious structural and mold issues. Ceiling stains and visible mold in the upper levels of a home often indicate roof leaks.
What to Do if You Suspect Mold in Southern Oregon
Southern Oregon enjoys relatively low humidity levels compared with other areas of the US, but our climate can give residents a false sense of security. Mold can and does cause problems in businesses and residences in our area of the state. Serious mold problems require professional remediation services – bleaching visible surfaces won’t cut it.
If you suspect mold in your home or office, contact the experienced team at A-One Exterminators at 541-472-1094. We can test and resolve mold problems in most environments.
