Protect Your Family from Black Mold

No homeowner wants black mold, but do you know why? Also called Stachybotrys, black mold likes to grow in moist areas and is often found in areas where condensation has collected or anywhere near untreated water damage. These spores enter the house through doors, other entrances and can also be tracked on shoes and coats. Although most fungus found in your house aren’t dangerous, this variety can cause health issues if left untreated.

What are the Health Risks?

The spores black mold produces are the main culprit behind black mold poisoning. Typically symptoms include chronic coughing, eye, nose and throat irritation and rashes. Other symptoms include chronic fatigue and persistent headaches. Nausea, vomiting and bleeding in the lungs and nose are seen in the most serious cases of long term exposure.

Information about Mold

Black mold grows quickly, so you should never postpone calling a professional to inspect for mold infestation. They can go ignored for weeks, and then spring up essentially overnight.

Once mold creates colonies in your property, it immediately grows and discharges toxins that make life unpleasant for inhabitants:

  • Mold emits a strong, mildewed smell that stops rooms from smelling fresh.
  • Mold wreaks havoc on allergy-sensitive people, as well as those with asthma, causing a physical reaction.
  • Mold can cause coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing.
  • Mold toxins can cause chronic inflammation and ongoing cold-like symptoms.
  • People with weakened immune systems can get systemic infections of the lungs, skin, or digestive tract.
  • In rare instances, mold toxins can cause neurological issues or even death.
  • The more lengthy the exposure, the more severe the danger.

Exceptionally humid homes and offices can be subject to mold infestations even if no water damage has occurred. If you see or smell something that could be mold, get an expert opinion immediately.

If you want to eradicate mold, the setting where it thrives must first be eliminated. Water sources have to be handled, and any remaining moisture must be thoroughly dried out. Only then can mold elimination and remediation start.

Whether a dripping roof, burst pipe, or other opening, it isn’t enough to stem the tide. Moisture can soak hidden portions of your home. Without proper cleanup procedures, mold will keep coming back to these areas.

If you think your house may have black mold, speak with Paul Davis now. Our team analyzes for presence of black mold before remediation. You can depend on our contractors to remove black mold effectively. Don’t risk your health, call for an inspection for black mold now.