White Mold Under Carpet

Mold growth under the carpet.

White mold under carpet. As with all areas of the interior at risk for mold growth prevention is the best method of control for carpet mold. Is it dangerous how to remove it. If mold has grown in more than one area of the carpet or if the area of growth is larger than a couple of feet this will probably not be an effective method of mold removal. If you re ever unsure of what type you have calling in certified professionals to perform mold testing services immediately is important.

Removing any mold growing in your home is important to your health as many people suffer from allergic reactions to mold. Most of the time these patches are white black or various shades of green. Mold grows on almost any surface including wood carpet and food. And mold which can appear as green gray or white patches on carpet and add a strong musty odor to a room can lead to chronic allergies asthma even bronchitis.

The color is caused by the mold colony multiplying on your carpet. White mold is lesser known but still an incredibly dangerous species of mold to deal with. Use a spray bottle filled with peroxide and spray the molded area until it is thoroughly. If the padding is moldy discard and replace it.

In most cases when the mold growth reaches an advanced stage you can see discolored patches on your carpet. White mold growing in your closet or anywhere in your home should be removed to reduce adverse effects. If removing mold from under the carpet lift up the carpet to examine the padding and flooring below. With that said we ve learned quite a bit about white mold in our many years of mold inspection and removal.