Why is Mold Dangerous
We all experience a little mold every now and then, mainly on food that has been left too long in the refrigerator. But, unless you eat it (who would?), that isn’t the mold that can be dangerous to our health.
Brown Mold On Ceiling, Walls, Wood, Carpet? – Find Out Why
There is a lot of discussion about black mold and its dangers, but there isn’t a lot said about brown mold, and although it’s a fairly common type of mold many people may not have even heard the term.
Brown hairy mold, or Stemonitis, is called that because because it has a brown furry appearance.
Could Mold be Hiding in Your Home? Learn How to Find Out
All too often, when a home has mold problems, the mold is found hiding in places you don’t often look at. By the time its presence is detected, it has had a chance to really take hold and do damage to your home and possibly your health.
Is Mold Dangerous? Learn the Truth
A couple of online forums have people asking about the dangers of mold, and it’s very interesting to see all the different answers that are given.
Keep in mind, none of these answers come from professionals,
Is It Necessary to Call a Mold Inspector in Seattle?
Do you know what mold looks like?
Do you know all of its hiding places?
Do you recognize its odor?
Do you know how to safely treat it?
Do you understand how dangerous it can be?
How to Remove Mold in Seattle?
Over the years, and especially recently, there have been many products and “home remedies” developed to remove mold. But the truth is, unless the mold you want to get rid of is growing on food in the refrigerator or on a non-porous surface such as tile or glass, removing mold is a more serious issue than a “home remedy” can fix.
Types of Mold
It’s amazing to note that there are over 100,000 different types of mold that we co-exist with, which makes it all the more understandable to realize that mold is everywhere and is always with us.
What Mold Does to You
Because mold spores are always in the air, everytime you open a door or a window, you’re inviting mold into your home. It’s unavoidable. They can also enter your home through your air conditioning or heating systems and on the bodies of your pets as they come and go.
Toxic Mold
According to Dr. Mercola, the dangers of toxic mold can be far more damaging than even pesticides. He also sites statics that suggest that up to 40% of our schools and 25% of our homes have levels of mold that are harmful to people.
How does Mold Smell Like? Learn How to Get Rid of Mold Smell
What is that foul, musty smell that you notice whenever you enter the house or pass by a certain area? It actually could be caused by a number of things, but more than likely you’re smelling mold.