Moisture Intrusion

 

Moisture Intrusion

May 7, 2023|Moisture Intrusion

 Moisture intrusion is a serious deal. It can come in any type of form from an obvious leak in the roof, or flashing missing. It can also come from a flood or overflowing bathtub or shower. The not-so-obvious areas around a home are underneath sinks and behind laundry areas. These areas hardly have anyone looking underneath or behind them for leaks. Or around fireplaces or too much humidity in the air. You can cause too much moisture by having a humidifier up too high, cooking or having a shower and not running exhaust fans. When moisture is present it may cause mold spores to begin to grow in areas you are not aware of. In these areas, it may not show up for months on end and in that time you are breathing mold spores that may feel like allergies. Long-term effects may be serious. Solving moisture problems and mold issues is often expensive and time-consuming.  


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