3 Reasons Mold Has an Odor

2/19/2018 (Permalink)

Mold can take hold in your North Hollywood, CA business before you realize it. This fungus can grow for many reasons, but mostly due to the introduction of moisture into an area. A flood, leaking pipes or even a high moisture content in the air can cause mold growth, which releases foul-smelling mycotoxins into the air. While not all mold has a powerful odor, some can smell quite strong, and the reasons why may surprise you.

1. Initial Spread

Once mold spores take hold on a surface, they eat away at the material and start to grow. This growth can spread quite rapidly the more it eats, and its byproducts can produce the odor that is so often associated with mold. There are many ways to interpret this odor, but it is most often described as

• Damp
• Dirty (or like dirty laundry)
• Musty

If you catch a whiff of these smells often, you may have a mold problem in your building.

2. Environment

The musty odor of mold can change or grow stronger depending on the environment in which it grows. For example, if the space is humid and often exposed to sunlight, the smell may be more powerful. If other substances are present, the mold may bond or interact with them, causing the smell to change and become even more unpleasant. This is especially true when the mold releases its mycotoxin.

3. Rate of Growth

The faster mold grows and spreads, the stronger the scent may be. If mold grows unchecked behind a wall or under a restroom cabinet, you may notice the smell before you find the actual mold. A mold remediation company can help you target and eliminate the problem, then advise you how to prevent the issue from occurring again.

When mold invades your North Hollywood, CA business, it can cause unpleasant odors that air fresheners cannot eliminate. Having a professional eliminate mycotoxin and mold growth at the source can help your store, factory or office space smell fresh and clean again.

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