What You Should Know About Black Mold in Your Shower

2/24/2021 (Permalink)

A tranquil, refreshing shower at the beginning or end of the day is your time to relax and destress, so mold growth is never a welcome discovery. Because mold grows best in moist, humid conditions, showers are not uncommon locations to find mold growing. One of the many different varieties of mold, black mold, is often depicted as a serious health hazard, taking on the nickname “toxic mold”. But is black mold actually worthy of its intimidating reputation? What does it mean if the mold that you discover in your shower is black mold? Keep reading to find out.

What is Black Mold?

In the next paragraph, we’ll provide a brief overview of black mold. You can visit our page “Black Mold, What is It?” for additional information describing black mold and its effects.

“Stachybotrys chartarum” is the scientific term for black mold, which is just one variety of mold. Medical News Today reports that mycotoxins, which are toxic substances, are released by black mold. These substances can result in a range of health effects. All the while, evidence that such symptoms result directly from the inhalation of black mold spores has been inconclusive. On the other hand, we do know that many varieties of mold cause health effects. Therefore, regardless of the type of mold that you discover in your shower, eliminating the mold immediately is of the utmost importance to the health of everyone in your home. Attempting to clean your shower on your own may appear to be helpful, but it can do more harm than good. Instead, seek professional black mold treatment immediately by giving SERVPRO of Metro Pittsburgh East a call at (412) 672-5400. With our extensive training and equipment specifically designed to tackle any size mold infestation, we’re ready to make your shower’s mold growth “Like it never even happened.”

Black Mold Infestation in Your Shower

Now that you’ve learned some of the basics of black mold, you can make an educated guess as to whether the mold that you’ve discovered is indeed black mold. Usually, black mold will have a slimy texture and be either dark green or black in color. Remember, the shower can be a breeding ground for any type of mold, not just black mold. That’s why, regardless of the type of mold in your shower, be sure to call us right away.

Preventing Black Mold Growth

You may be wondering, “What can I do to prevent mold growth in my home?” One of the first things you can do is make it a habit to keep a fan running or a window open while you or anyone else in your home takes a shower. This will prevent mold growth by maintaining proper ventilation and decreasing humidity in your bathroom. In order to further reduce lingering moisture in your shower, you can wipe up the water that remains or use a squeegee on your shower walls after taking a shower. Lastly, it is important to be cognizant of pipes in your bathroom, as broken or leaking pipes can be a major source of moisture accumulation. In the event that you discover a leak or broken pipe in your bathroom, be sure to dry the moisture and repair the pipe as quickly as possible in order to avoid mold.

Don’t Waste Time: Call SERVPRO Immediately

With years of mold remediation under our belts, we’re no strangers to mold of all varieties here at SERVPRO of Metro Pittsburgh East. If you call us about mold growth in your shower, we know how important it is that we get to work immediately in order to protect your home and those living in it. That’s why we offer 24/7 Emergency Service and promise a speedy response time. No matter the size of your shower’s mold dilemma, SERVPRO possesses the required training, expertise, and equipment to provide the unique mold and water remediation services that you need. If you spot mold during your next shower, don’t panic. Call us right away at (412) 672-5400 for our trusted black mold removal and mold remediation services. You can also learn more about the mold services that we offer by checking out our website’s mold resources, including our Overview of Mold Services and Mold Remediation Process