What to know about mold in your HVAC unit

4/1/2021 (Permalink)

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As soon as black mold is noticed in a business, it’s important to begin the remediation process quickly. However, being unaware that mold can grow in the air ducts in a building can allow the mold to spread and cause extensive damage to your business.

How Does Mold Grow in Ducts?

When thinking of common places mold grows, ducts are commonly not considered. The following factors make mold likely to grow in ducts:

• Poor air circulation
• Organic material that mold needs to grow, such as dust and dirt, collects in ducts
• Problems such as water leaks can easily go unnoticed in ducts, making it easier for mold to grow and spread in these areas

What Are the Signs?

Though there are a variety of molds that can grow in ducts, black mold is particularly common. Signs that your building may have this type of mold growth in ducts can include:

• An unpleasant, musty odor
• Discoloration on walls or ceilings that are located near the ducts
• Visible signs of mold elsewhere in a property, which can indicate that there may be a widespread mold issue in areas that are less visible

How Is Mold Removed From Ducts?

Removing mold from ducts is often done by mold remediation experts who know how to ensure the spores don’t spread. In order to prevent the spores from spreading throughout the property, professionals will make sure the ducts and the areas surrounding the ducts are contained. Items that are covered in mold will be removed from the building to be either replaced or restored. The use of high-powered air filters will also help to remove the harmful spores.

Mold can grow in a variety of places in your business, and having a thorough understanding of mold can be helpful. Knowing how black mold grows in air ducts, the signs of growth and how it is removed can help you take steps toward having clean ducts.