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What Should You Do if You Smell Mold but Can’t See Mold in Your Business?

2/11/2020 (Permalink)

Patches of black mold growing in wall. Mold and moisture damage in Ogden, UT.

How to Locate Mold

Mold growth can quickly disrupt your business in Ogden ,UT, but sometimes finding the exact location of the growth can be difficult. If you notice a mold smell in your building but don’t see any visible indicators of the growth, there are several things you can do to locate the mold.

  1. Follow the Smell

In some instances, you might be able to smell mold before you can see it growing. The musty odor is often strongest close to where the mold is growing. If you’re unsure where the mold is growing, check the areas where the scent smells the strongest. It can also be helpful to be aware that mold can grow inside walls or other areas that aren’t visible, so it’s wise not to ignore the fungus smell.

  1. Check Common Areas Where Mold Grows

Understanding where mold commonly grows can help lead you to the source of the mold smell in your building. Mold most often grows in damp areas, though it is possible for mold to grow in dryer areas as well. If the smell of the mold alone doesn’t help you locate the growth, then it can be useful to check in areas such as bathrooms, near water heaters or by pipes.

  1. Use a Thermal Camera

If you have followed the smell of mold and have also searched in areas where mold commonly grows but still don’t see mold, you can consider using a thermal camera. A thermal camera will show you where water is located in spots that you can’t see. Since mold tends to grow near water and in moist areas, this tool might be able to help you locate the mold and could save you the time of searching yourself.

A mold smell in your building can often be an indicator of mold growth. If you notice a musty, mildew smell in your business or if you see signs of mold growth, it’s sometimes useful to contact mold removal and remediation professionals.

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