Call Paul Davis: Fighting Black Mold
No homeowner wants black mold, but do you know what it is? Also called Stachybotrys, black mold grows in moist spots and is usually found in areas where condensation has collected or near untreated puddles inside. Spores enter the house by doors, other entrances and can also be tracked on shoes and coats. While most molds around your house are nothing to worry about, this species can cause illness if neglected.Black Mold Poisoning
Black mold is a toxic species of mold with spores. Symptoms include chronic coughing, eye, nose and throat irritation and rashes. In addition, chronic fatigue and persistent headaches can all be symptomatic of black mold exposure or black mold poisoning. Particularly severe cases of prolonged exposure to black mold are more life threatening. Paired with an allergic reaction to the black mold spores, these symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, and bleeding in the lungs and nose.About Mold
Mold quickly spread across walls, floors and ceilings. Whenever your home suffers water damage, you should have a Paul Davis technician check the walls for mold infestations. They can go ignored for weeks, and then appear virtually overnight. Once mold forms colonies in your living space, it quickly grows and releases toxins that make life unpleasant for residents:- Mold emanates a pungent, musty odor 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 difficulty breathing.
- Mold toxins can activate long-lasting inflammation and constant cold-like symptoms.
- People with weakened immune systems can get systemic infections of the lungs, skin, or digestive tract.
- In rare instances, mold toxins can cause neurological issues or even death.
- The more extended the exposure, the greater the danger.