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General Mold Information
What Is Mold?
How Does Mold Affect Humans?
How Does Mold Grow?
Molds are organisms that are indoors and outdoors. They are part of the natural environment by breaking down and digesting organic material. Also called fungi or mildew, molds are neither plants nor animals. They are in the fungi kingdom. There are millions of species that help our planet by growing new forests after a fire or decomposing disposable diapers through their hard working spores. Meanwhile, when mold occurs indoors it can cause a host of issues for residents.
How Does Mold Grow?
How Does Mold Affect Humans?
How Does Mold Grow?
Mold frequently grows in hidden places – behind wall linings, in floors or behind installations – and is often not visible from the outside. When moisture builds up from leaky pipes or roofs, high humidity, or flooding, conditions are ideal for mold growth. Molds are easily disturbed and their spores can become airborne, getting into noses, mouths and lungs.
How Does Mold Affect Humans?
How Does Mold Affect Humans?
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth?
Inhalation of mold indoors can cause health effects in some by producing allergens, irritants and potentially toxic substances or chemicals that are a byproduct of mold called mycotoxins. Molds can cause a host of health issues in those whole are allergic to it.
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth?
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth?
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth?
Moisture control is the key to mold control, so when water leaks or spills occur indoors – ACT QUICKLY. If wet or damp materials or areas are dried 24-48 hours after a leak or spill happens, in most cases mold will not grow.
Prevent condensation: Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (i.e., windows, piping, exterior walls, roof, or floors) by adding insulation.
Suspicion Of Hidden Mold?
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth?
How Should I Test For Mold?
You may suspect hidden mold if the air smells moldy, but you cannot see the source, or if you know there has been water damage. Mold may be hidden in places such as the back side of dry wall, wallpaper, or paneling, the top side of ceiling tiles, the underside of carpets and pads, etc. Other possible locations of hidden mold include areas inside walls around pipes (with leaking or condensing pipes), the surface of walls behind furniture (where condensation forms), inside ductwork, and in roof materials above ceiling tiles (due to roof leaks or insufficient insulation).
How Should I Test For Mold?
How Can I Prevent Mold Growth?
How Should I Test For Mold?
Sampling for mold should be conducted by professionals who have specific experience in designing mold sampling protocols, sampling methods, and interpreting results. There are tests for surface samples and air samples, but only Mold Dogs can pinpoint the problem areas that are not visible.
