Keeping Your Hotel Free From Mold

4/28/2020 (Permalink)

Mold is very unsightly, unhealthy, and costly to your hotel business. Today, we are sharing some steps that will help you keep your motel or hotel business free from mold so that your business won’t be adversely affected. Your guests will thank you!

• PROBLEM AREAS. Do an audit of your business premises to identify problem areas. If you find windows in some rooms frequently damp, or any persistent leaks in ceilings or hallways, these will be areas to focus on right away. Preventing mold from taking hold and spreading can be as simple as ripping up carpet or using cleaning and renovation products that are mold-preventive.  If you are in need of mold inspection services, SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson is just a phone call away and ready to assist you in your mold inspection and mold remediation needs!
• KEEP IT DRY. Mold growth can’t occur without moisture, so take care of wet areas immediately. Seepage after heavy rainfalls or melting snow and ice, carpet spills or minor flooding due to broken pipes, etc. need to be fully dried within 24 to 48 hours. Make sure any affected bedding and furniture are either cleaned and dried completely or removed from the area entirely to prevent the need for mold remediation services. 
• PROPER VENTILATION. All areas need to be properly ventilated, including the kitchen to the on-site laundry, if you have one. Your housekeeping staff needs to be trained to keep a lookout for leaking AC units and plumbing in guest areas, and everyone should know what to look for in break areas, bathrooms, and other areas where they work daily. Dehumidifiers might be appropriate to use, especially in more humid regions or during very wet seasons in your area to prevent water damage and mold growth.  
• WEATHER. Regular inspection of exterior doors, windows, and roofing can expose any leaks or improper fits right away. Even the smallest leaks can, over time, cause a mold issue that can be difficult to eradicate. Making sure rain gutters are kept clean of dirt and debris is another preventive measure that can help. 
• VEGETATION. Do you use live plants in your decorating scheme? They are beautiful and useful, too; they help to purify the air of indoor spaces. They can also accumulate mold on their leaves and in their pots, though, so make sure that part of their regular care involves checking for mold. Natural food stores carry products that can be added to water for your plants to keep excess moisture down while being safe for the environment. 
• MOLD-RESISTANT PRODUCTS. When it comes time to repair or renovate, there are many mold-resistant products on the market to choose from today, such as drywall or Sheetrock. Many paints now include mold-inhibitors, as well, which are a great asset in the battle against mold, and these may be a helpful choice for your hotel if you are repairing or renovating any of your spaces.

Here at SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson, we are experts when it comes to water damage and fire damage as well as mold prevention and remediation, and are here to conduct a mold inspection if you think you have developed an issue.