Call Paul Davis: Protect Your Family from Black Mold

Every homeowner fears black mold, but do you know what it is? Also called Stachybotrys, black mold grows in moist areas and is most commonly found around condensation or anywhere near untreated water damage. Spores enter the home through doors, other openings or tracked on personal items and coats. While most molds around your home aren't dangerous, this species can cause illness if left untreated.

Black Mold Poisoning

Black mold is a toxic species of fungus that releases airborne toxins. Symptoms include chronic sneezing, irritation to the eyes, mucus membranes of the nose and throat as well as skin rashes. In addition, chronic fatigue and persistent headaches can all be symptomatic of black mold exposure or black mold poisoning. Nausea, vomiting and bleeding in the lungs and nose occur in the most severe cases of long term exposure.

About Mold

Black mold grows quickly, so you should never postpone calling a professional to inspect for mold infestation. They can go ignored for weeks, and then spring up virtually overnight. Once mold produces colonies in your property, it quickly breeds and releases toxins that make life miserable for residents:

  • Mold emanates a pungent, mildewed smell that prevents rooms from smelling fresh.
  • Mold wreaks havoc on allergy-sensitive individuals, as well as those with asthma, causing a physical reaction.
  • Mold can cause coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing.
  • Mold toxins can trigger chronic inflammation and constant cold-like symptoms.
  • People with compromised immune systems can get systemic infections of the lungs, skin, or digestive tract.
  • In rare instances, mold toxins can cause neurological problems or even death.
  • The more extended the exposure, the greater the danger.
Exceptionally humid homes and offices can be subject to mold invasions even if no water damage has happened. If you see or smell something that could be mold, get an expert opinion immediately. To get rid of mold, the environment where it thrives must first be removed. Water sources have to be handled, and any residual moisture must be thoroughly dried out. Only then can mold elimination and remediation start. Whether a leaky roof, burst pipe, or other entry point, it isn't enough to close the tide. Moisture can saturate out-of-sight portions of your home. Without proper cleanup procedures, mold will keep returning to these areas. If you are worried that your home may contain black mold, call Paul Davis now. Our team analyzes for existence of black mold before remediation. You can depend on our contractors to eliminate black mold effectively. Don't risk your health, schedule a black mold inspection now.