What to Know About Mold and Your Roof

11/29/2018 (Permalink)

Air scrubber retracting mold in a Smith Village,OK business

How to Keep the Roof of Your Business Mold Free

When the weather in Smith Village, OK, turns wet, you may find there's a tendency for mold to turn up on the roof. Left untended these spores can even become black mold. Fortunately, with some knowledge it’s possible to catch mold or even prevent its growth. Here are some things you may want to know to keep the roof of your business mold free.

1. The Growing Conditions

A roof leak can become the prime growing ground for mold to form. Because mold is a fungus it doesn’t require much to get started. Often times enough moisture and a food source can be enough. This means that if you have leaks in your roof, or places where water can pool, there’s a decent chance mold could set in.

2. How Long Growth Takes

In most cases regular mold can begin to grow between one to two days after conditions become wet enough. Black mold can start around eight to twelve days. This is why it’s so important to address leaks and other water damage to the roof as quickly as possible.

3. What To Do

If water damage is found on the roof, or you notice a ceiling leak, it’s important take care of the problem as quickly as possible. You may choose to contact a mold and water damage professional to have an assessment done. They can not only let you know where the problem areas are, but also take care of the full mold remediation process from cleanup to restoration. They may also be able to recommend some prevention measures to help keep your company’s roof mold free in the future.

Understanding where and how mold grows can help you catch potential problems before they turn into black mold. If you do find mold on your company’s roof, a mold remediation specialist can help both with the clean-up and any repairs.