When water damage occurs, the clock starts ticking. Mold generates by producing tiny spores that move through the air we breathe — whether indoors or outside. When these spores land on a damp surface inside a home, the problem begins. Warm temperatures and humidity create the perfect food source for mold growth.

As long as moisture remains present, mold will continue to grow. Materials such as wood, paper, carpet, and other cellulose-based products become fuel when damp.