Black Mold better known as toxic mold is becoming more of a problem in homes today. Reasons for this may include vacant property that have eventually sold , homes that have not been maintained properly or a slow leak that you the homeowner was not aware of. The common reasons for mold growth are moisture and humidity. If you fail to keep moisture and humidity at acceptable levels which is usually less than 50% you are at risk for mold and mildew growth.
For Black Mold to grow it need moisture and it does not take it long to adapt, grow and spread. As Mold spreads this impact your family’s health and can be a costly project to correct. We see the most common place for mold growth is the basements, utility rooms, attics and bathrooms. The reason for this is that typically you see an increased humidity in these areas. We know that prevention is best key to maintain a healthy home. If your bathroom doesn’t have proper ventilation installs an exhaust fan. In the basement you should consider a dehumidifier.
Black mold or toxic can damage the structure of your property but can also have direct impact on your health. Research shows that exposure to mold can be hazardous to your health and moldremoval.org recommends that once you have identified and corrected the moisture and humidity problem the next step is to have an air quality test performed to determine if you have Black Mold.
Black mold should be removed soon after it has been confirmed. The elderly, children and those with any type of auto immune diseases are at greatest risk. Some early symptoms would include rashes, skin irritations, runny eyes or nose. Over time these symptoms can lead to wheezing, asthma, congestive heart failure or other major health conditions. Mold symptoms typically get worse until the mold is removed.
Any type of indoor air analysis should be conducted by a certified indoor hygienists or mold tester. You should avoid using the do-it-yourself test kits or attempting to remove Black Mold yourself. This can be risky for you and your family. Removing Black Mold should be done by a certified professional. Following these tips will help impact your indoor air quality and your family’s health.
There are many different methods for mold abatement in the industry today. The different techniques and abatement chemicals vary according to the type of mold, the location and the extent of the mould. The professional will explain the various options for you and will recommend the best treatment protocol to not only kill the entire toxic mold but removed it from your property. Each house mold abatement project is unique and cost varies depending on chemicals, accessibility and techniques used.
Once you have successfully removed the mold your focus should be on prevention. When you control your moisture and be aware of any signs of mold you should have a safe place for you and your family to live.