The Health Dangers of Mold
While mold plays an important part in nature, it can be a reason for concern if it enters your house. Fortunately, most kinds of mold is generally innocent, but sometimes a small spot may later become a huge problem. Mold procreates with the use of spores that are freed into the air and causes sickness if inhaled by those with allergies or asthma. According to a few studies, there is a link between an early exposure to mold and the development of asthma in some younger children. Household mold or mildew is not a problem for most folks, but can hurt more sensitive groups. Overall, the density of the mold and sensitivity of a person's allergies will effect their response. Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, red eyes, wheezing, headaches and typical cold-like reactions are normally experienced with mold and mildew allergies, making it difficult to target the problem correctly. More serious allergies may result in harsh reactions such as difficulty breathing. Mold and mildew can be especially triggering for asthma attacks too. Other groups at risk include:- Babies and children
- Those 65 and up
- Those with a weak immune system
- Those with severe lung disease
Mold in the Home
Commonly found in damp places, mold and mildew can grow bigger over time. Mold can find its way into your house through open doors, open windows, vents and air conditioning and heating systems. Mold doesn't only enter a house through open doors and windows-- it can attach onto your clothes, bags, pets and shoes and be transported your house. If the amount of mold in your house continues to grow, it can have a huge affect on the physical well-being of your family, your possessions and the building itself. Mold usually grows in wet places, but it can be found in unexpected places. These include:- Paper products
- Ceiling tiles
- Cardboard
- Wood products
- Paints
- Insulation
- Drywall
- Upholstery
Mold Prevention
When it comes to stopping mold from getting into your home, there are certain preventative steps you can take. Here's some easy steps you can take:- Create ventilation in bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Manage the humidity levels in your house
- If there's a flood, clean and dry your house carefully
- Immediately fix leaky roofs, windows or pipes
- Call professional mold damage repair contractors for affordable mold remediation
