What Health Hazards Can Mold Cause?
In nature, mold deteriorates dead plant and animal matter and deposits nutrients into the soil around it, but it can cause major health trouble if it blooms in your home. Luckily, most types of mold are generally innocent, however a little spot can spread throughout your home. Mold procreates using spores that are released into the air and causes problems when inhaled by people with sensitivities or asthma. A few studies have also discovered a correlation between an early exposure to mold and the development of asthma in some younger children. Common mold is harmless for a majority of folks, but can be harmful for those with respiratory issues. Typically, the density of the mold and severity of someone's allergies will effect their response. If you are allergic to mold, you'll likely sneeze, have a runny nose, cough, red eyes, wheeze, a skin rash or a migraine when mold is nearby. The most serious reactions include shortness of breath. Mold can be particularly triggering for asthma attacks too. Additional sensitive groups at risk include:- Infants and toddlers
- Those 65 and up
- Those with a weak immune system
- People with severe lung disease
Mold in the House
Mold and mildew will grow bigger over time in moist places. A house can get a mold infestation through open doors, windows, vents and heating and air conditioning systems. Mold doesn't only enter your house through windows and doors-- it can also fasten onto your clothes, bags, animals and shoes and be transported indoors. If the amount of mold in your house exceeds normal levels, it can affect the physical well-being of your family, your possessions and the structure 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
How to Stop Mold in the House
There are preventative steps you can take to in order to stop mold from growing in your home. We suggest doing the following:- Install ventilation in showers, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Control the humidity levels
- In the case of a flood, clean and dry your house meticulously
- Fix leaky roofs, windows and pipes
- Call your local mold damage repair contractors for affordable mold remediation
