Infographic: What causes mold around the house
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Causes of mold in Air Ducts
Causes of mold in Exterior
Causes of mold in Bathroom
Causes of mold in Kitchen
Bare earth floor with porous soil near foundation
Missing or damaged Vapor Barrier
Ground water due to high water tables
Rain and Flood water
Cracks in Foundation and Foundation Walls
Plumbing related problems
Faulty or missing Air Duct Insulation Materials
Poor Ventilation or Lack of it
Outdoor air getting into crawl space from outside
Water Evaporation leading to condensation
Exposed Plumbing Pipes and Joists
Causes of mold in Crawl Space
What Causes Mold Around the House
IN A NUTSHELL, MOLD NEEDS THESE TO GROW
Causes of mold in Attic
Causes of mold in Basement
Minor and Major Roof Leaks
Faulty or Missing Insulation
Ice and Snow Damming Problems
Improperly exhausted Dryer, Bathroom and Kitchen vents
Heaters and Furnaces in the attic
Condensation Effect during cold season
Improper Ventilation or lack of it
Water Leaks from Sink and Dishwasher
Plumbing Problems (Leaks & Overflows)
Water spills / Running tap water
Condensation on plumbing pipes
Steam from boiling water / cooking
Steam from Dishwasher
Plenty of food molds loves to grow on
Poor Ventilation / Air Circulation
Leaking plumbing pipes
Flooding (nature or plumbing caused)
Broken, clogged or sagged gutters or downspouts
Clogged/Faulty footer drains
Sump Pump failures
Sloping grounds/ ground waters
Cracks in Foundation and Foundation Walls
Rain and Melting Snow from windows
Water Condensation on cold surfaces
Lots of materials mold loves to grow on
Dust and dirt accumulated with time
Poor Air Ventilation / Circulation
Plumbing Problems (Leaks & Overflows)
Water Condensation on walls & ceiling
Water Evaporation
Frequently running watter
Wet surfaces after showering
Wet surfaces from Hot Steam
Water Puddles on the floor and around sink
Broken toilet and bathtub seals
Poor Ventilation / Air Circulation
Failed grout and/or caulking between tiles
Dust, dirt, debris and pet hair collected in the vent
Clogged air duct filters
Using basic fiberglass filters in houses withpets and other sources of micro-particles
Leaks around duct joints
Wetted fiberglass-lined ductwork surfaces
Damaged or missing air duct insulation
Damaged or missing foil vapor barrier
Condensation on metal parts of HVAC units
Improper use or absence of Drain Pans
Improper mixing of outside and inside air
Saturated air coming from air conditioner evaporator
Weak (slow) air flow coming out of the grill
Nearly constant presence of moisture
Rain water running down the wall surface
Downspouts emptying next to the wall
Siding made of porous materials such as wood, stucco, etc
Vines and shrubs growing along the side of your house
Broken, clogged or sagged gutters or downspouts
Leaks and condensation from air conditioner drain lines
Incorrectly placed sprinklers system
Water wicking into the foundation from the sloping ground
Poor ventilation in tight areas along the walls
Abundance of organic materials mold loves to grow on
Knowing what causes mold to grow indoors can help you spot mold problem well before it gets out of hand, as well as effectively prevent mold contamination from happening in the first place.
Mold spreads around by releasing microscopic airborne spores which at some point can end up inside of your house. Once the spore lands on wet surface and certain conditions are met, it will start growing.
So what exactly causes mold around the house?
In every major area of the house there are plenty of possibilities for mold spores to flourish. Anything, from a plumbing problem to a lack of proper ventilation could lead to creating optimal conditions for mold to start growing indoors.
To learn more about what causes mold to grow in particular areas of your house, check out our detailed illustrations below.
Mold Spores A food source Moisture
Oxygen Lack of SunlightOptimal Temperature
Invisible to the naked eye, mold spores usually get inside
your house from outdoor.
Abundance of organic materialsmakes indoors a perfect breeding
grounds for mold.
Prolonged exposure to wet conditions is required in order
for mold to start to grow.
A steady supply of oxygen plays a vital part in mold growth
and reproduction cycle.
Direct exposure to sunlight is deadly to mold, that’s why it
prefers to grow in the dark.
Direct exposure to sunlight isdeadly to mold, that’s why itprefers to grow in the dark.
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