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How to Limit Mold Growth in the Winter Months Cold and wet winter months can create the perfect atmosphere for mold to grow. When water from rain, sleet and snow during the winter months gets tracked inside, the increased moisture can create more humid conditions inside your home, allowing mold to grow more quickly. ... Continue Reading

ServiceMaster Genuine Facts: 21 Facts About Mold Most schoolchildren learn about mold in science class, in particular Penicillium, the mold from which penicillin is derived. Everyone has seen green, fuzzy mold on bread, fruit or other foods at one in point time. But what about the mold that develops along the grout in a ... Continue Reading

What is the Difference Between Mildew and Mold? While there are many differences between the two fungi, mold and mildew both develop and thrive in moist conditions. A leaking roof, a window that doesn't seal properly, and a basement with water damage caused by a broken pipe can all lead to the growth of mildew and mold. ... Continue Reading

Mold Profile: Aspergillus As one of the four most common types of household mold, Aspergillus may take many forms. For most people, this type of mold is relatively harmless – unlike the allergenic mold known as Alternaria . However, for those who already have a weakened immune system, lung disease or ... Continue Reading