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Mold infestations are certainly bothersome and inconvenient, but they may also cause harm to your home and health. To protect your property and your family, you should familiarize yourself with the places where mold tends to grow and understand why it happens. The mold removal experts at A-1 Mold Testing & Remediation Services in Nebraska have the experience and knowledge to identify where mold tends to grow, its causes, and how to prevent it.

To help keep your home mold-free, they’ve shared some of their expertise below:

  • mold removalBasements: Since certain types of mold grow rapidly in damp, cold, and moist environments, the basement of your home may be particularly vulnerable to infestations. Basements usually also suffer from poor ventilation, which allows mold spores from outside to settle into your home and grow out of control. Further, basements are prone to moisture intrusion from the exterior.  Grading and gutter system issues lead to moisture intrusion problems. To prevent mold issues in your basement, invest in a dehumidifier, keep clean air flowing, and manage the exterior of the home to keep moisture from intruding. 
  • Bathrooms: From leaky pipes under your sink to condensation from your shower, the bathrooms in your home are great breeding grounds for mold. Allow your bathroom to dry and ventilate as much as possible after you shave, shower, or bathe, and schedule repairs to any damaged pipes in your cabinets.  Also, keep your showers and bathtubs caulked to prevent moisture from leaking out of them. 
  • Attics: Due to leaks in your roof, your attic may also develop serious mold problems. Also, improperly ventilated attics will lead to condensation and subsequent mold growth.  Bathroom exhaust vents must vent outside of the home and not terminate within the attic.  Inspect your attic regularly for any signs of roof leaks, and check your ceiling for water damage. If your roof needs repairs, hire a local contractor to complete the work ASAP, otherwise you may wind up spending even more time and money on mold removal services down the road.

When you need dependable and effective mold treatment or cleanup work, rely on the team at A-1 Mold Testing & Remediation Services. Give them a call today at (402) 474-6653 in Lincoln or (402) 964-2080 in Omaha to speak with a hospitable customer service representative about scheduling mold removal services. You can visit their website to find out additional information about mold sampling, testing, and more.

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