What Health Dangers Can Mold Cause?
In nature, mold processes rotting organic material and enriches the soil around it, but it can bring its share of major health problems if it grows in your house. Fortunately, most types of mold is typically harmless, however sometimes a tiny spot can grow to large proportions. Mold reproduces with the use of spores that are freed into the air and causes sickness if inhaled by anyone with mold allergies or asthma. A few studies have also found a link between an early exposure to mold and the development of asthma in some younger children. Common mold is nontoxic for a majority of people, but can hurt more sensitive groups. Mold allergies are seen in a lot of the population and hit on various occasions depending on the density of mold. Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, red eyes, wheezing, headaches and typical flu-like symptoms are commonly experienced with mold and mildew allergies, making it difficult to target the problem accurately. More serious allergies can cause harsh reactions such as difficulty breathing. Anyone with asthma should be particularly careful near high concentrations of mold as it may trigger asthma attacks. Additional groups at risk include:- Babies and toddlers
- Those 65 and up
- Those with a weak immune system
- Those with serious lung disease
Mold in the Home
Usually found in damp areas, mold and mildew does build up over time. Mold can find its way into your house through any opening, such as open doorways, open windows, vents and HVAC systems. Mold doesn't only enter your house through open windows and doors. It can attach onto your clothes, knapsacks, pets and shoes and be transported indoors. Mold growth doesn't only affect your family's physical well-being-- it can affect your possessions and the structure itself. Mold growth usually occurs in wet places, but it can be found in unexpected places. These include:- Paper products
- Ceiling tiles
- Cardboard
- Wood products
- Paints
- Insulation
- Drywall
- Upholstery
How Can I Stop Mold from Growing?
You can take precautions to ensure that mold won't grow in your house. We suggest doing the following:- Install ventilation for showers, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Monitor the humidity levels
- If it floods, meticulously clean and dry your house
- Mend leaky roofs, windows and pipes as soon as possible
- Talk to your local mold damage repair contractors for affordable mold damage restoration
