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How do you come into contact with mold?

Mold spores are found in all homes and offices, and grow rapidly from excess humidity. The following are some sources of indoor moisture that may cause mold problems in a home or office:

What can mold do to you?

Exposure to mold is not healthy for anyone but the following individuals are at a higher risk for adverse health effects infants, children, pregnant women, the elderly, immune compromised patients, and individuals with existing respiratory conditions. When inhaled, even in small amounts, mold can cause a wide range of health problems including respiratory problems (wheezing), nasal and sinus congestion, watery and red eyes, nose and throat irritation, skin irritation, aches and pains, fevers, and in some cases even death.

What are the causes of indoor mold growth?

High moisture is the major contributor to indoor microbiological activity (mold growth). This is due to nutrients for spore germination and growth being readily available in most household constituents. These household constituents can be dirt, dust, wood, paper, adhesives, acoustical fiber, paint, textiles, stored material, carpets, floors,and much more. The actual germination of fungal spores and mold growth is influenced by several of factors.
These factors are as follows:

What are the cures for mold growth?

The cure for a mold problem depends largely on what type of surface the mold is growing on.

  1. First eliminate any water or humidity source that is feeding the mold.
  2. If the surface is non-porous such as laminate or porcelain, then a thorough cleaning can be done.
  3. If the surface is porous such as wood, drywall or carpet, then removal of the material is the only option.
  4. When the mold is dry it is only dormant, mold can start growing again as soon as water or humidity are added.
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