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While mold can grow just about anywhere in your home, it’s often found in the kitchen. If left untreated, mold can ruin fixtures and appliances and might even exacerbate allergy symptoms. Here are the most common areas this type of fungus grows in your kitchen and how you can prevent mold remediation in the future.

Where Should You Look for Mold Growth in the Kitchen?

1. Under the Sink

Mold needs a damp, airless environment to thrive. That makes the area under your kitchen sink a prime target. Even minor leaks in pipes greatly increase the amount of moisture under your sink, and if your basin leaks, you run the risk of flooding the cabinet with water. Make sure all leaks are addressed immediately, and schedule mold remediation service if damage has already occurred.

2. In the Refrigerator Drip Tray

mold remediationCondensation from your refrigerator is caught in the drip tray, which prevents water from making its way to the floor. The drip tray should be emptied and cleaned monthly to prevent mold and mildew from forming. Use the manufacturer’s instructions to locate the tray and empty standing water immediately, and clean it with soap and hot water.

3. On Cutting Boards

Mold can even impact your cooking implements, such as cutting boards. After washing, make sure the cutting board is completely dry before storing it away in a cabinet. If it’s looking a little worse for the wear or you’ve had it for a long time, consider tossing it and buying a new one. Germs and bacteria can get stuck in porous surfaces—no matter how many times you clean them. 

 

No mold remediation job is too big or small for America’s Best Cleaning & Restoration Services in La Crosse, WI. Available 24 hours a day, this team can tackle even the toughest projects to make your home like new again. They also perform carpet and upholstery cleaning, pet odor removal, pressure washing, and fire restoration. Call (608) 782-6995 to learn more about scheduling mold remediation in your home, or visit their website to learn more about their services.

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