What is Mold?

Mold is an insidious bacterium that can wreak havoc on the structure of your home and make people & pets sick. Mold is not only a health hazard but it can also ruin the aesthetic of a home. Mold can be found anywhere; whether a house is 5 years old or 200 years old and can creep into crawlspaces, basements, attics and closets. When It Is discovered, it needs to be dealt with quickly and effectively.

What Causes Mold?

Mold is caused by excess moisture. Moisture in a property can be caused by the following:

• Humidity
• Leaking Pipes
• Roof Leaks
• Condensation
• Poor Ventilation
• Wet Clothes
• Flooding
• Damp Basement
• Water at the House’s Foundation

What Damage & Health Problems Can Mold Cause?

Many people think that mold will not cause problems for them immediately.  They believe that it is a minor nuisance that can be taken care of when they “have the time.” but this is not true. There are thousands of different species of mold; each posing different health risks and different risks to the home itself. More than 100 different types of mold are known to produce Micro Toxins that are responsible for a wealth of health issues, like:

• Throat Irritation
• Wheezing
• Cough
• Skin Irritation
• Chronic Lung Illness
• Eye Irritation
• Nose Stuffiness

How Can Mold Affect Your Home?

Small amounts of mold can sometimes be cleaned away using special cleaners designed to kill spores and keep it from returning. More often, however, a case of mold requires replacing drywall and even some studs. Most people do not realize that mold grows from the inside of the wall outward. That means that by the time you notice mold on your walls or in your closets, it has already taken root behind the wall, tile or flooring. Once the wallboard is removed,  the entire area must be cleaned and treated. This may require replacing sections of the wall, flooring and tile work; especially In damp areas like bathrooms and basements.

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