How to Improve Your Energy Efficiency with Attic Mold Removal
Posted in Mold Removal, on May 18, 2023
Mold can pop up anywhere in our homes: bathrooms, kitchens, basements, or attics. Because attics are dark, humid and full of dust and other organic materials, they're a haven for mold. However, when mold infests the attic, it may cause more damage than usual. Not only does attic mold cause widespread health implications and poor indoor air quality, but it may also negatively affect your home's energy efficiency. To make sure that your home is free of mold, reach out to Canada's Restoration Services for an inspection and mold removal in Toronto. Once attic mold removal is completed, your home can return to being safe, healthy, and energy efficient.
Continue reading to know more about improving your home's energy efficiency with attic mold removal in Toronto.
Understanding Attic Mold
Before you undergo attic mold removal, you need to first answer the question as to why mold is in your attic in the first place. Mold doesn't just appear out of nowhere; it needs certain conditions to grow and thrive. If mold grows in your attic, there's likely a leak, unrestored water damage, or inadequate ventilation. Damage to your roof, blocked soffits, pipe condensation, or old insulation may also cause mold to fester in your attic.
Identifying Attic Mold
Identifying mold in your attic may be hard to spot, so it's important to be aware of any changes in your health. Symptoms related to mold exposure are often the most significant indicator of mold growth. Common symptoms include congestion, sneezing, fatigue, and eye irritation. The smell of mold is also a huge indicator; mold has a pungent, distinct odour that's hard to mistake for anything else.
Adverse Effects of Attic Mold
Not only will attic mold cause numerous health implications, but it may also reduce your home's energy efficiency. For instance, if there's a leak in your attic, especially around your insulation, the water on the insulation will attract mold spores. As mold grows on your insulation, it will deteriorate and damage it. Once the insulation has been damaged by mold, it's no longer able to effectively do its job. As a result, your HVAC system will need to function twice as hard to cool and heat your home. To make matters even worse, when mold damages your insulation, it will create air leaks and pockets, which will only generate more mold infestations. More mold will only create more problems in your attic, especially regarding how energy efficient your home is.
Attic Mold Removal and Energy Efficiency
The attic mold removal process is intricate and must only be done by professionals. With advanced testing, tools, and techniques, we guarantee that all traces of mold will be removed. Not only will our team eliminate all infestations from your property, but we'll also identify the source of the problem. For instance, if the issue was due to poor ventilation, our team will advise you on how to fix that. If we find that mold has infested your attic insulation, it's recommended that you replace and upgrade your insulation.
This summer, make sure your HVAC system isn't overworked. Conduct a professional mold inspection to prevent any significant mold infestations from arising in your attic.
