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Q: What kind of health risks can mold cause?
A: Depending upon the person, the amount of exposure and the type of mold there are many health problems that can occur. Among the most common problems are; many different upper respiratory problems, skin irritations, eye irritations and pulmonary bleeding among infants. People with health problems such as
weakened immune systems and allergy sufferers tend be at a greater risk for these problems.
Q: What causes mold growth in my home?
A: Molds produce spores that are airborne and can attach to almost anything (clothes, animals, plants, etc.). Molds need moisture to live. Therefore when a mold spore lands in a moist environment it will continue to grow until the moisture source is removed. Molds can grow on high cellulose materials such as dust, insulation, drywall, carpet, upholstery, wallpaper and wood to name a few.
Q: How can I tell if I have a mold problem?
A: Most mold problems can be seen or smelled. Mold needs moisture to grow. Therefore, if you have or had a moisture problem such as a flood or water leak you are more likely to have a mold problem. Bluish-green to green molds are usually Penicillum or
Aspergillus. Black to brown-black molds can be Aspergillus niger or Stachybotrys chartarum (commonly known as black mold or toxic mold).
Q: What should I do if I think I have a mold problem?
A: If you think you have a mold problem you should first contact a professional mold remediation company such as ourselves
"Vent Vac SYSTEMS, LLC". A fully trained representative of Vent Vac would come out assess the problem and determine what, if any, action is necessary. The degree of remediation can vary greatly depending on the situation.
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