When there is mold on windows, It doesn’t just diminish your home’s appearance. It’s also a health danger. Mold can cause coughing, nasal stuffiness, throat irritation, eye irritation and even skin irritation. For anyone with mold allergies, their reactions may even be more severe.
Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City discusses how you can avoid mold growth and when you should get help from home replacement window services.
Find the Cause
First, you may want to prevent further growth by discovering the cause of mold on your windows.
The microscopic fungi usually grow in moist and dimly lit environments. It tends to develop in bathroom windows that lack ventilation or in places where water has leaked into the walls or in insulation. Moisture condensing from a hot shower or rain leaking in from the outside can cause mold to develop. If your frame is moldy, find out how water has gotten into the frame.
If mold has reached the window frame, you’ll need to remove the window first for cleaning or replacement. Fix any leaks that may be causing the mold growth. If the proliferation of mold is excessive on your bathroom awning window, for example, you’ll need awning windows installation services to replace your old moldy ones.
Cleaning the Mold
You can use a diluted solution of bleach and water to clean up the mold. This mixture can be created with one cup of water to one cup of bleach. You can eradicate the mold by spraying the homemade cleaning solution on the affected area or wipe away the mold with a sponge or cleaning cloth. Make sure that you’ve removed all signs of mold.
Take note: cleaning the mold yourself can cause mold spores to become airborne. This increases the chances of mold inhalation. Don’t hesitate to hire experts like Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City for professional window replacement services, such as awning or casement window replacement. We’re your local resource for high-quality, durable windows and doors. Contact us at (605) 341-7831 for a free quote and consultation in Spearfish, SD.
