Protect Your Property Against Mold With Paint
Posted on September 1, 2021
Owning a house is just a first step, but you still have to commit to keeping it well maintained so you can protect your investment. There are lots of bad things that could damage your property’s structure from within, some of them are pretty visible, but some are very sneaky.
When it comes to threats to the integrity of your property, mold is one of the most common ones.
A fungus infestation that can be found in wood and other materials, mold is one of the main causes of long-term structural damage in properties around the country and a true health hazard for the dwellers.
Generally, mold is caused by excess moisture and humidity in a property. It is often more common in the winter when the inside temperature of a house is considerably higher than outside, and any moisture inside the property clings to the walls as a result, but damp areas like East Orlando may also be a good place for mold to form. How does the water get inside the house? It can be from a number of sources including;
- Water leaking from a faulty roof
- Cracks in the walls
- Poor insulation
- Plumbing issues
- Rising humidity
- Poor ventilation
- Damaged or blocked gutters and drains
Once the cause of humidity has been detected and taken care of, it’s time to repair the mold-affected surface.
Mix up a solution of 2 parts bleach with 10 parts water in a spray bottle (an empty cleaning spray bottle will do) and spritz the bleach water onto the walls to kill the mold.
Then, you proceed to paint the surface, and for this, since prevention is key, we recommend the use of mold-resistant paint.
At CertaPro Painters of East Orlando, we have the right solution for you, so you can take great care of your property while making it look nice all the time. Click or call 407-378-2071 today for your free no-obligation estimate!
