How to Prevent Mold on Window Sills

Causes of Mold

The most crucial point when it comes to cleaning the mold on the window sill is to find out the source of the mold. This way, you don’t have to keep cleaning the mold repeatedly. And at some point, it will also start to damage the windows.

Here are some of the most common source of moisture that is related to your window sills:

Problems with the A/C unit

• Leaking roof, which causes the water to collect on the windows when it rains
• Moisture or steam from other daily activities like cooking
• Insufficient airflow
• Leaky pipes
• Window leaks

Cleaning the Mold

Vinegar

The solution to cleaning the mold is right in front of your eyes: vinegar. Vinegar can solve pretty much every problem related to mold. You should just pour the vinegar into a spray bottle and spray it onto the area. Wait for about an hour, and then scrub it with a brush. If you want to increase the effectiveness of vinegar, you can add baking soda.

Prevention of Mold

There are some things you can do that can prevent the mold that occurs around the window sills.

• If there are any leaks in your home, fix them immediately. If windows leak, you can buy caulking and apply it between the frame and the glass. However, replacing the glass is the best option if it is already broken.
• Especially during the fall and winter months, condensation is more likely to occur around the windows. When you see a water buildup around the windows, make sure to wipe it as soon as possible because there’s nothing mold loves more than moisture.
• If you are living in a humid environment, chances are you are already dealing with mold in various parts of your home. Humidity levels change throughout the year, and this naturally affects your home too. During the months when it is extra humid, you can use a dehumidifier. This way, mold growth will be prevented to some extent.
• If you use the A/C unit regularly (you probably are, especially during summer), make sure to keep the drip pan clean and check regularly to see if anything is clogging the outflow drain pipes.

Early Leak Detection

As we mentioned before, taking care of the leaks in the early stages is crucial when it comes to the prevention of mold. It’s also very important because as the leak advances, it can cause water damage. If that’s the case for your home, professionals of Leak Detection of Atlanta are more than happy to help you with water damage cleanup. We know how disturbing water damage can be for many homeowners and do our best to take care of it in the earliest manner through water damage removal first and then water damage restoration. Call us today to learn more.