How Fast Mold Grows After A Roof Leak
Every homeowner has reason to worry about mold. Mold and mildew leave unpleasant smells, and some molds can be dangerous to folks with weakened systems. Just how fast does mold grow after a water leak? Why is mold in the home dangerous? What can be done to stop it? Ick! Mold spores are in every cubic foot of air. Most of these spores do not interact with us or cause any problems in our homes. Ample moisture and still air can combine to allow mold spores to settle and grow. Black mold, the kind that causes shudders and worries doctors, can take hold on a surface in around three days, spreading invisibly but quickly to all surrounding, moist surfaces. After 18 days of propagation, black mold becomes slightly visible on walls, floors, your attic, and on any moist, slightly porous surface. Left unchecked (or given additional moisture by well-intentioned amateurs), mold spreads quickly. For the first 10 to 12 days, the mold colony is establishing its foothold; after 12 days...