What are the Health Dangers of Mold?
While mold is important in nature, it can be a nuisance if it enters your home. Fortunately, most kinds of mold is generally harmless, however sometimes a small splotch may later become a large issue. When mold reproduces, it frees particles into the air which can cause sickness if breathed in by people with sensitivities or asthma. According to a few studies, there is 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 hurt those with breathing issues. Typically, the amount of mold and severity of someone's allergies will effect their reaction. If you are allergic to mold, you'll probably sneeze, have a runny nose, cough, red eyes, wheeze, skin irritations or a headache when mold is nearby. More severe allergies can cause harsh reactions like short breath. Those with asthma must be especially cautious around large populations of mold because it may trigger asthma attacks. Additional sensitive groups at risk include:- Infants and toddlers
- Those 65 and up
- Those with a weak immune system
- Those with serious pulmonary disease
Where is Mold Found?
Mildew and mold does grow bigger over time in moist areas. Mold can enter your house through any opening, such as doors left ajar, windows, vents and HVAC systems. Mold doesn't only invade your house through doors and windows-- it can latch onto your clothes, backpacks, pets and shoes and be brought indoors. When the amount of mold in your house exceeds normal levels, it can have a huge affect on the physical well-being of your family, your possessions and the structure itself. Mold typically grows in moist places, but it can be found in places you might not expect. These include:- Paper products
- Ceiling tiles
- Cardboard
- Wood products
- Paints
- Insulation
- Drywall
- Upholstery
How to Prevent Mold from Growing
When it comes to stopping mold from getting into your home, there are certain precautions you can take. We suggest the following:- Set up ventilation for bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Control the humidity levels in your house
- If it floods, carefully clean and dry your house
- Immediately fix leaky roofs, windows or pipes
- Call Paul Davis mold damage repair specialists for affordable mold damage restoration
