Kitchen Mold can be the Result of
Plumbing Problems
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Some people believe that mold is a basement problem
or possibly it will appear on an outer wall. The facts
are mold is not that choosey, it will happily develop
anywhere the conditions are right. Leaky plumbing will
make the inner part of the lower cupboards moist. The
wet wood is exactly the kind of base for fungus to
grow on. There are molds that carpet, sheet rock, and
insulation. Mold spore are everywhere just waiting to
grow. There is no real way to get rid of all mold and
mold spores from your home. The only way to control
mold growth is to control the moisture level in your
home.

There are many pieces of plumbing in the kitchen that
can spring a leak. Either the supply lines or the drain
lines can erode and begin to weep then drip and
finally run. Often these growing problems go unnoticed
until the last stage. Longstanding moisture from the
weeping and dripping is all the water necessary to
provide the growth conditions. Now do not get in a
panic if you have a pipe spring a leak and you catch it
in a week or so. It is very unlikely that this would be
long enough to establish a mold culture.

When you find a leak there are a few basic steps to
follow. First close the water supply valve to the area.
There is probably a zone shut-off valve or for that area
of your home. If the valve does not stop the water
close the main water valve for the house Now mop up
the water and dry out the area, maybe use a fan if
there is a lot of moisture. Now address the leaky item.
If the faulty part is a faucet or a supply riser line, you
will be able to replace it yourself. However if it is one
of the soldered in pipes, you may be well advised to
hire a plumber to replace it. Often amateurs will create
more problems when trying to solder new pieces into
old pipe systems.

Some repairs are easier to do than others are. Many
just take time and some are a major hassle.
Particularly difficult are those that involve working on
pipes that are hidden behind walls or under floors. If in
doubt wire a professional. If a small section of a line
springs a leak, it is likely that the whole pipe needs
replacement. Fix all plumbing problems immediately it
is best for the home.

If you keep on top of moisture problems and run your
kitchen fan whenever cooking causes steam, you
should never have a mold problem in your kitchen.
This not only saves you money but more important, it
is healthier for you and your family.