Spring is a time for new beginnings- a fresh start- which is why so many people choose this time of year to schedule their home's annual deep-clean. The act of seeking out and clearing away dirt, build-up, and garbage can be incredibly cathartic (which is probably why there's more than one YouTube channel devoted to this topic now- we get it, no judgment here!), and it's also the perfect moment to get your home inspected and tested for mold.

You've seen it in cartoons and historical-dramas: as spring thaws the ice of winter, flowers begin to bloom, animals come out of hibernation with new young, and farmers begin to prepare their fields. Mold is no exception! While most molds grow year-round, spring is when mold growth really takes off. Winter might be somewhat dry in certain parts of the world, but when that ice and snow starts to melt, all of that moisture has to go somewhere, and mold spores are ready and waiting. 

Allergies, or Mold?

This is one of the most difficult parts about this time of year. After a couple of months of reprieve, allergies come back in full swing as pollens are swept into the air in incredibly high numbers. Most allergy symptoms are exactly the same, and even the musty mold smell can be mistaken for the damp smell of between winter and spring as everything begins to warm up. The early signals of mold that we've talked about in many blogs can get mistaken for the hundreds of other stimulants during the transition from one season to another. So, how do you tell the difference?

BioClean

Professional testing! This is the only guaranteed way to be sure. Even if you've gotten pretty good at preventing and treating mold in your home, the best way to address springtime mold is to start off the new season with a thorough assessment and testing. This will give you information on different parts of the home, spots to keep an eye on, and whether the mold in your home is causing your allergy symptoms. Contact us today to set up your appointment, and start your spring-cleaning off right!