Mould growths can begin anywhere in your home and can go unnoticed for years, appearing in tiny black spots before spreading throughout your home.
Not only is mould an eye soar it can also have serious health impacts if it goes untreated.
However, cleaning experts have told of one 'vital' trick that will help to avoid mould growing in your home and the best way to eradicate it should it appear.
Different strains of mould grow in various environments, but all moulds can be treated.
Nicholas Donnithorne, UK Technical Services Manager at Rentokil Property Care, told Express.co.uk how moisture is the most common cause of mould.
He said: "A common cause of mould is condensation.
"There's always some moisture in the air, even if you can't see it, and when warm air comes into contact with a colder surface and cools down quickly, it can't hold all the moisture and tiny drops of water appear - this is condensation.
"Moisture production is caused by everyday activities, from cooking to having a shower.
"On average, a family of four will produce 24 pints of water vapour each day.
"What most people don't know is that, by adding two dogs into the household, they can produce an additional 84 pints of moisture per week.
"All this moisture needs to be able to escape from the property somehow; otherwise, it could condense on cold surfaces."
Nicholas said the majority of mould problems are caused unknowingly by lack of ventilation or drying clothes inside.
He said: "More often than not, just making sure that there's adequate ventilation in your property will solve the problem.
"Though it may seem counterintuitive, especially when there's colder weather, opening the window and allowing humid air to escape as often as possible can be really effective, particularly in bathrooms if you don't have an extractor fan.
"Other solutions to stop condensation include avoiding drying clothes indoors if possible and ensuring radiators are not blocked by furniture.
"Dehumidifiers are not a fix for real problems, and it should be remembered they soon fill with water before needing emptying."
Jamie Woodhall, Technical and Innovation Manager at Rentokil Specialist Hygiene, told Express.co.uk it is important to have a multifaceted approach to mould problems.
He said that cleaning products would not be effective unless the cause of the mould had been identified and dealt with.
Jamie said: "When it comes to treating mould, dehumidification of the area in question is vital, but you can also use chemicals to deal with mould that's already established."
A biocidal product is key, as they typically contain an active substance that helps to remove and prevent the growth of undesired organisms.
Jamie said: "When looking for an effective biocidal product, always start by taking a look at the label - it will provide information on what the product is proven effective against, and if it contains an active ingredient that is effective against mould.
"Moulds and mould spores can be hard to destroy, so a product that has been independently tested and shown to be effective against them is your number one priority."
