Your air conditioner relies on refrigerant to cool your home and may produce condensation as it operates. Neither of these liquids should accumulate or leak into your home, though.

When you’re at home and your air conditioner is running, consider installing a refrigerant-free air conditioner.

According to companies like First American, to determine whether your air conditioner produces condensation, place a damp cloth or towel under your air conditioner unit and remove it several times a day for a few days. The condensation should evaporate. If it doesn’t, your air conditioner is producing condensation.

If your air conditioner doesn’t produce condensation, replace it and test it. If your air conditioner still produces condensation, contact your appliance manufacturer.

For more information on removing condensation, go to our page on How to Clean Your Air Conditioner.

Removing Mold

Excessive mold growth on your walls and floors can cause water to seep into the walls. Mold grows in damp areas.

When water gets into damp areas, moisture will evaporate from these areas. As moisture evaporates, it causes mold growth. Mold can be found in basements, crawl spaces, attics, kitchen and bathroom walls, ceilings, upholstery, woodwork, plaster, floors, window frames, painted surfaces, and other damp areas. If mold is found in any of these areas, seek advice from your landlord. If mold is found on the walls or floors in an apartment, please see our page on Mold Removal for more information.

Excessive Mold Growth on the Walls and Floors in an Apartment

Mold can be found on the walls and floors of a single family home, condominium, duplex, or a townhome. If you think you have mold, take photos of the problem areas to show your landlord. You can also take photos of the mold growth if it is only on the walls. Mold growth on the walls can also be found on a ceiling and any other areas where mold may have collected from the environment. Mold is a very common problem, and it’s possible that the mold may not be visible on the walls or floors. If your home has been in your family for a long time and is kept clean and free of dust and mildew, then mold growth may be easily seen.

Does it have to be on the walls? Mold can be found on other areas of the building, too. However, a significant amount of the building’s internal structure is in the walls, so if there are visible mold problems on the exterior walls, those problems may have been lessened as the walls were repaired or refurbished. Mold on a wall is a sign of decay that has occurred on the interior of the building.

Mold is a very common problem, and it’s possible that the mold may not be visible on the walls or floors. If your home has been in your family for a long time and is kept clean and free of dust and mildew, then mold growth may be easily seen. Does it have to be on the walls? Yes. Mold can appear on the walls if there is moisture in the room where it can grow, or if there are other signs of a damp and unhealthy environment, such as moldy carpets, woodwork, or appliances. Mold growing on a wall is a warning sign. If mold has been growing on the walls for a long time, it is an indication that the moisture is causing the mold to grow. The moisture must be removed from the area so that the mold can no longer grow