The Health Dangers of Mold
In caves, forests and other environments, mold and fungus processes dead plant and animal matter and deposits nutrients into the soil around it, but it can cause major health problems when it starts spreading in your house. Thankfully, most types of mold is typically harmless, however a little patch can spread across your home. Mold procreates using spores that are freed into the air and causes sickness when inhaled by anyone with allergies or asthma. A few studies have also found a correlation between an early exposure to mold and the development of asthma in some younger children. For most, household mold, mildew or fungi is nontoxic and goes unnoticed. Unfortunately, it can have an effect on other people who are allergy prone or who have asthma. In most cases, the amount of mold and severity of a person's allergies has the most effect on their reaction. Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, red eyes, wheezing, headaches and similar cold-like reactions are usually experienced with mold and mildew allergies, making it hard to pinpoint correctly. The most severe reactions include difficulty breathing. Mold and mildew can be particularly triggering for asthma attacks too. Additional sensitive groups at risk include:- Babies and toddlers
- Those 65 and up
- Immune sensitive individuals
- Those with serious lung disease
Where is Mold Found?
Mildew and mold can grow bigger over time in moist places. Mold can get into your your house through open doorways, windows, vents and HVAC systems. Mold doesn't only invade your house through doors and windows. It can also fasten onto your clothes, knapsacks, pets and shoes and be brought indoors. Mold growth will affect your family's health, as well as your possessions and the building itself. Mold usually grows in wet places, but it can be found in places you might not expect. These include:- Paper products
- Ceiling tiles
- Cardboard
- Wood products
- Paints
- Insulation
- Drywall
- Upholstery
How to Stop Mold from Growing
When it comes to stopping mold from getting into your home, there are preventative steps you can take. We suggest you do the following:- Build in ventilation for showers, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Manage the humidity levels in your house
- In the case of a flood, carefully clean and dry your house
- Mend leaky roofs, windows or pipes right away
- Talk to professional mold damage restoration specialists for affordable mold remediation
