The Health Dangers of Mold

While mold is important in the natural world, it can be a reason for concern if it invades your home. Thankfully, most types of mold is generally harmless, however a small spot can spread throughout your home. Mold reproduces with the use of spores that are released into the air and causes illness when breathed in by those with mold allergies or respiratory issues. 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.

For a majority of people, garden variety mold, mildew or fungi is nontoxic and goes unnoticed. Unfortunately, it can impact other people who are allergy prone or who have asthma. Usually, the density of the mold and severity of someone’s allergies will effect their reaction. If you are allergic to mold, you’ll probably have cold-like symptoms like sneezing or a runny nose when mold is nearby. The most serious reactions include difficulty breathing. Mold and mildew can also trigger asthma attacks as well. Other groups at risk include:

  • Babies and children
  • Seniors
  • Immune compromised individuals
  • Those with serious pulmonary disease

Where Can you Find Mold?

Mildew and mold can build up over time in damp places. Mold can find its way into your home through any opening, such as open doors, windows, vents and heating and air conditioning systems. Mold doesn’t only enter a home through doors and windows– it can attach onto your clothes, knapsacks, pets and shoes and be moved your home.

If the amount of mold in your home exceeds normal levels, it can affect 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

How Can I Stop Mold in the House?

When it comes to stopping mold from getting into your home, there are certain precautions you can take. Here’s some steps you can take:

  • Build in ventilation in showers, laundry rooms and kitchen
  • Control the humidity levels in your home
  • In the case of a flood, clean and dry your home meticulously
  • Mend leaky roofs, windows or pipes as soon as possible
  • Contact your local mold damage restoration contractors for affordable mold remediation

Call Us Immediately for 24/7 Emergency Mold Removal Services

If you have mold present in your home that’s too much to take care of by yourself, contact the mold remediation professionals at Paul Davis. Call Paul! (256) 701-6860 for affordable mold remediation.