Is the Mold in your Home Causing Illness? - Get an affordable mold damage restoration contractor
Mold is important in nature, but is a problem if it enters your home. There are many types that happily live in homes. Many of these mildews, molds and fungi love wet, low-lit spots in your home like your basement or hidden regions of your bathroom. Fortunately, this type of mold is typically innocent, but a small spot may later turn into a large problem. When mold procreates, it frees spores into the air which can cause illness if breathed in by those with mold sensitivities or asthma. Get an affordable quote from a mold damage remediation contractor. Common mold is harmless for many people, but can be harmful for those with pulmonary problems. In most cases, the amount of mold and degree of someone's allergies has the most effect on their reaction. Sneezing, runny nose, red eyes and other cold-like symptoms are commonly seen with mold and mildew allergies, making it hard to target the problem accurately. More severe allergies can cause harsh reactions like shortness of breath. Mold and mildew can also trigger asthma attacks as well. Additional sensitive groups at risk include:- Infants and toddlers
- The elderly
- Those with a weak immune system
- Those with chronic pulmonary disease