Will Mould Come Back?

Mould is a type of fungus that can grow wherever there is moisture, humidity and low levels of light. Typically seen within poorly ventilated areas in properties such as the basement, bathrooms and kitchens it can cause structural damage to your house as well as adverse health effects to your and your family if not remediated. But if you clean it yourself or have a professional mould removalist to clean it up, will mould come back? The answer lies in a unique set of environmental conditions that allow mould to grow and whether your previously contaminated area is contained within this environment. If properly remediated, the mould should not come back but regularly inspecting your property throughout the year, particularly in darker areas with low ventilation can prevent unnecessary structural damage and remediation.

Will Mould Come Back After I Clean It?

When it comes to removing mould there are a host of DIY methods that you can use for small areas only. When removing mould by yourself always ensure you are wearing protective gear including a mask, gloves and protective clothing that should be washed immediately afterwards to prevent any cross-contamination. If you choose to remove a small patch of mould growing superficially with a DIY method, chances are it won’t grow back if the source of the mould growth is stopped or removed (leaking water, damp room, low ventilation to the area or a small leak in the roof). The mould may only come back if it has not been properly cleaned or the area has low ventilation, low levels of light and increased humidity. Areas in properties where mould is susceptible to re-growing includes basements, bathrooms and kitchen areas.

Will Mould Come Back After It Has Been Professionally Removed?

If you have found a large amount of mould in a larger area within your property we advise contacting a professional mould removal specialist. An IIRC certified mould technician has training, education and experience regarding mould removal and cleaning and will have the expertise and equipment to thoroughly remove the mould safely. They will also provide recommendations for preventing future mould growth within the structures including regular checks in damp areas within the property or restoring damaged structures that is causing water to enter the property. Once the technician has successfully remediated the affected areas, the mould should not grow back. Under certain circumstances it can grow back however, if there is humidity, low ventilation, darkness and warmer temperatures. The best way to avoid any mould from growing is to allow plenty of cool air ventilation to areas such as the basements, bathrooms and kitchens and always have mould removed professionally if it is growing anywhere in your property, as sometimes there is more mould growing in hard to see areas.

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