How is mold checked in storage facilities?

How is mold checked in storage areas?

Checking storage facilities for mold is important, as mold can cause health problems and damage stored property. Below are a few ways you can check for mold in storage areas:

  • Visual inspection: Go through the storage area and look for signs of mold, such as dark spots on the walls or ceiling, the smell of mold or mold dust on the surface of objects.
  • Humidity measurement: Use a hygrometer to check if there is too much moisture in the storage area. Mold thrives in moist conditions, so high humidity can be a sign of a mold problem.
  • Using a mold dog: You can also get a professionally trained mold dog that can smell mold even in hidden places.

It is important to react quickly if you detect mold in storage areas. Mold removal may require professional help and special treatments. In addition, it is important to find out the cause of the mold and fix it so that the mold problem does not return.

Sources: Ympäristö.fi, Terveystalo