Call Paul Davis: Combating Black Mold
Every homeowner worries about black mold, but do you know what it is? Black mold (also known as Stachybotrys) likes to grow in moist areas and is often found in areas where condensation has collected or near untreated puddles inside. Spores come into your home through windows, small entrances and can also be tracked on shoes and clothing. While most fungus around your home are harmless, black mold leads to health issues with long term exposure.Health Effects of Black Mold
The spores black mold produces are the main culprit behind black mold poisoning. The most common symptoms include chronic sneezing, irritation to the eyes, mucus membranes of the nose and throat as well as skin rashes. Other symptoms include chronic fatigue and persistent headaches. Especially serious cases of long-term exposure to black mold are more life threatening. Often compounded by allergic reaction to the black mold spores, these symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, and bleeding in the lungs and nose.More about Mold
Black mold grows quickly, so you should never delay calling a professional to inspect for mold growth. They can go unseen for weeks, and then spring up practically overnight. Once mold creates colonies in your property, it quickly breeds and discharges toxins that make life unpleasant for inhabitants:- Mold releases a strong, mildewed smell that stops rooms from smelling clean.
- Mold causes problems for allergy-sensitive individuals, as well as those with asthma, causing a physical reaction.
- Mold can cause coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing.
- Mold toxins can activate long-lasting inflammation and constant cold-like symptoms.
- Individuals with weakened immune systems can get systemic infections of the lungs, skin, or digestive tract.
- In rare cases, mold toxins can cause neurological problems or even death.
- The more prolonged the exposure, the greater the danger.