What are the Health Dangers of Mold?
In caves, forests and other environments, mold deteriorates rotting material and enriches the surrounding soil, but it can bring its share of significant health problems if it grows in your house. Thankfully, most kinds of mold is typically innocent, however sometimes a small patch can grow to large proportions. Mold procreates with the use of spores that are freed into the air and causes illness if inhaled by anyone with allergies or asthma. According to a few studies, there might be a link between an early exposure to mold and the development of asthma in some younger children. Household mold is harmless for most folks, but can affect more sensitive groups. In most cases, the concentration of mold and severity of a person's allergies will effect their response. Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, red eyes, wheezing, headaches and similar flu-like reactions are normally seen with mold allergies, making it difficult to pinpoint accurately. The most serious reactions include short breath. Mold can be particularly triggering for asthma attacks too. Additional groups at risk include:- Babies and children
- Seniors
- Immune compromised individuals
- People with serious lung disease
Mold in the Home
Typically found in damp places, mold and mildew does build up over time. A home can get a mold infestation through doors left open, windows, vents and air conditioning and heating systems. Mold doesn't only invade a home through doors and windows-- it can attach onto your clothes, knapsacks, animals and shoes and be transported your home. Mold growth doesn't only affect your family's health-- it can affect your possessions and the building itself. Mold can grow in moist places, but it can be found in places you might not think to look. 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 certain preventative steps you can take. We suggest doing the following:- Install ventilation for bathrooms, laundry rooms and kitchen
- Monitor the humidity levels
- In the case of a flood, carefully clean and dry your home
- Immediately mend leaky roofs, windows or pipes
- Talk to professional mold damage restoration contractors for affordable mold remediation