It’s hot, humid, rainy... and the perfect breeding conditions for the age-old household enemy—mold! Many home owners start to see this ring true as the hot summer months roll around. As Robert Weitz, a certified microbial investigator says, “Mold is not picky – it only needs moisture and a food source, such as wood, ceiling tiles, carpet, or sheet rock, to begin growing. The house next door may be fine, and yours may be a serious health hazard.”
With the warm weather finally sticking around, it’s a sign that spring is arriving quickly. While this is a welcome relief for most of us, it can also be a reminder of an all-too long Spring Cleaning checklist. After spending not just the winter, but the majority of the last year inside, a fresh start is needed now more than ever.
Oklahoma summers are known for being extremely hot and extremely humid, and while summer 2020 was unique in a lot of ways, the weather wasn’t one of them. Unfortunately, this combination of hot and humid weather creates the perfect environment for mold to thrive in. We’re here to provide some tips and information to help ease your worries.
