Restored Rooms

Understanding the Link Between Moisture and Mold Mold needs three things to thrive: moisture, a food source (like carpet fibers, drywall, or wood), and the right temperature. When water damage occurs - from a burst pipe, flooding, or a slow leak - the moisture soaks deep into building materials. Simply drying the surface is not enough. The trapped moisture in the subfloor, wall cavities, and structural beams creates a hidden reservoir that feeds mold growth long after the v