If mould keeps returning after cleaning, moisture and airflow may be the real issue.
Mould often returns because the conditions that allowed it to grow are still present. If a room stays damp, cold or poorly ventilated, cleaning the surface may only be a short-term fix.
Bedrooms, wardrobes, bathrooms and window areas are common problem spots because they often have limited airflow and cooler surfaces.
Mould needs moisture. If indoor air remains humid and surfaces stay cold, mould can return even after the visible marks are removed.
Poor ventilation, drying washing indoors, inadequate extraction and uneven heating can all contribute to the conditions mould likes.
Ventilation helps reduce trapped indoor moisture and improves airflow through the home.
Holmes Services can assess whether a ventilation system, better extraction or improved heating strategy is likely to help with your mould and moisture issues.
If this sounds like what is happening in your home, the next step is usually to look at the service that solves the underlying issue.
Because the moisture problem may still be there. Cleaning removes visible mould, but damp conditions can allow it to grow again.
Ventilation can help reduce moisture and improve airflow, which may reduce the conditions that allow mould to return.
No. Leaks, drainage issues and building defects can also cause mould. If moisture appears in one isolated area, it may need checking first.