Is Living in a Home with Mold Dangerous?
While mold plays an important part in nature, it is a pest in your home. Fortunately, most types of mold is typically harmless, but sometimes a little patch can grow to bigger proportions. When mold procreates, it releases particles into the air which can cause problems when breathed in by people with mold allergies or breathing issues. According to a few studies, there is a link between an early exposure to mold and the development of asthma in some younger children. Common mold is harmless for many people, but can hurt more sensitive groups. Usually, the amount of mold and severity of a person's allergies has the most effect on their reaction. Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, red eyes, wheezing, headaches and other cold-like reactions are commonly seen with mold and mildew allergies, making it hard to target the problem correctly. More severe allergies may result in harsh reactions such as short breath. Those with asthma need to be especially careful near large populations of mold because it can cause asthma attacks. Additional sensitive groups at risk include:- Infants and kids
- The elderly
- Those with a weak immune system
- People with severe pulmonary disease
Where Mold can be Found
Often found in damp places, mildew and mold does grow bigger over time. Your house can get a mold infestation through doors left ajar, windows, vents and heating and air conditioning systems. Mold doesn't only enter your house through windows and doors. It can also attach onto your clothes, backpacks, pets and shoes and be brought indoors. The growth of mold will have a huge affect on the physical well-being of your family, your possessions and the building itself. Mold can grow in wet places, but it can be found in unexpected places. These include:- Paper products
- Ceiling tiles
- Cardboard
- Wood products
- Paints
- Insulation
- Drywall
- Upholstery
Mold Prevention
When it comes to stopping mold from getting into your home, there are preventative steps you can take. We suggest doing the following:- Set up ventilation in bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Manage the humidity levels in your house
- If it floods, clean and dry your house carefully
- Promptly patch up leaky roofs, windows and pipes
- Talk to professional mold damage repair contractors for affordable mold remediation
