You’ve returned from a lovely holiday and you open the door of your home… whew, what’s that stale, musty, pungent smell?
It’s quite likely that it’s mould. That mould smell is the result of microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOC) that are produced through the fungi’s metabolic processes.
THE PROBLEM IS MOULD DOESN’T STOP GROWING JUST BECAUSE YOU TAKE A BREAK.
The warmer atmosphere inside your home on a winter’s day will still cause condensation to form on the windows when the temperature outside drops.
This moisture can then drip down and seep behind window frames, carpets, walls, and into your curtains.
Older houses especially can be prone to moisture problems thanks to structural defects such as poorly designed or clogged window flashings.
Heavy rain and external moisture can also cause moisture problems inside your property too, while you’re away.
Yes, you might be able to mask that smell by opening all the windows and doors for ventilation. But even if you temporarily get rid of the odour you aren’t eliminating the source of the problem.
And guess what? That mould is continuing to grow and will continue its silent steady invasion until you take serious action.