Understanding Mold And Its Effects

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Most of us spend a good part of our weekends in housekeeping. While all the visible surface dust and dirt is cleaned away there are still harmful substances left that can cause harm to us. Many of us don't notice any dampness in our homes, unless there is a musty stench caused by dampness or if someone at home starts having an allergic reaction. These allergies are largely caused by dust and mold. Mold thrives on organic matter, which it can digest in order to sustain itself. Mold can be prevented by understanding what it is and how it spreads.



Mold is a fungus and is commonly seen on stale and old bread, in bathrooms that remain constantly damp around the sink or the bathtub and even on many types of cheese. In nature mold is very useful and helps to decompose wood, leaves etc which is then recycled back into the ecosystem. Mold needs a damp, dark and humid place to survive. Mold in our homes is a sign of neglect. Mold will form in a home that has damp surfaces like areas that have had seepage for sometime or around leaking taps and pipes. Mold starts small and then starts spreading wider.
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As it needs organic matter to survive, it starts by digesting the wood in the walls and slowly spreads to other objects for slow consumption. Mold reproduces by ejecting microscopic spores in the air. These spores look for a suitable environment and start settling down. Soon a neglected area begins to decompose and even rot. Mold removal can be done by some easy methods. The first and the simplest, is by keeping your home Basement Flooding Clean Up and dry. Check your walls and water systems regularly and get any leaks or repairs done immediately. Regulate humidity levels at home in between 40-50%.



A small area that is moldy can be easily cleaned up and treated with some of the mold remediation substances available in the market. But, a larger area will need professional help. Mold removal can require professional mold remediation treatment because, when mold dries it releases spores in the air which can enter our systems by inhalation and even through our skin. There are professional inspectors who will check on the degree of mold in a home and the sooner any signs of mold are treated the better it is for the health of your family and for your home.








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