Is mold an issue in houses?

Posy_and_I · 2023-11-28T17:53:40+01:00

Explore experiences with mold issues in homes in Mauritius. Share insights and concerns from families moving to the island.

Posy_and_I Member

Member since 22 September 2023

Posy_and_IMember28 November 2023 15:53:40

Hello, we spent several years in a country where mold is a common issue in houses. My daughter was exposed to black mold as a baby and got very sick. I was wondering if this is a problem that is also common in Mauritius as we are moving over as a family in February. Thank you.

Pablo888 Serial expat

Member since 12 May 2023

Pablo888Serial expat29 November 2023 00:36:40

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Unlike wood framed houses in Europe / North America, houses in Mauritius are made of bricks and mortar.聽 There is no real chance for moisture to collect in walls unless there is a water leak in the wall itself.

But yes, mold can happen - but it will be in an extremely moist environment like in the bathroom or kitchen.聽 If you keep the house dry inside, either by keeping it well vented or with air conditioning, mold should be minimal / not present.

You should check for water leaks and / or where water collects - and get rid of those conditions in any house.

However, you can expect some green mold in or near water storage tanks - and the way to handle those is to clean those storage tanks with chlorine based solution periodically.

In summary, mold can happen but with proper precaution, this should not be a problem.

AussieInMauritius Contributor

Member since 14 April 2023

AussieInMauritiusContributor29 November 2023 03:15:22

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As above, mold will happen with humidity. If you keep things clean & ventilated, there are no issues. Houses here don't have air vents, so you just need to keep windows open & clean bathroom regularly.