What Happens When Mold Spores Enter the Body?
Is it really a problem if you are exposed to black mold spores?
The answer to that is definitely yes! Mold not only grows on surfaces inside and outside of your home, but if it is inhaled, it can continue its growth inside your body.
How To Get Rid Of Mold On Window Sill From Condensation
During the winter season we experience not only a chill, but also dampness in the air.
With the cold air outside and the warm air inside, with our homes closed up tighter, and our furnaces running, many of us are plagued by foggy windows or even worse, wet windows, better described as condensation.
Mold Spores In Our Homes, The Air & On Our Clothes
As a living organism, mold needs a way to reproduce. That is where spores some in.
Spores are the reproduction method for fungus and algae. Since mold is a fungus, its means of reproduction is through spores, which are asexual, and don’t need to combine with anything in order to reproduce. Spores are much like seeds, but are much quicker and have a higher reproduction rate.
How To Get Mold Out Of Clothes
Dealing with moldy clothes isn’t typically what we do, but it’s an issue for many people, and can be a sign of further problems.
Just like organic materials around your home, ie. walls, carpets, flooring or ceilings; if conditions are just right, mold can begin growing on your clothing and …
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,
What does it take for Mold to Grow in Seattle?
Many people are amazed when they discover that they have mold growing in their home.
The problem is, they’re not thinking of mold in the right way…they equate it with
Can Mold Cause Breathing Difficulty in Seattle?
Respiratory problems, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing can be caused by any number of things.
When the problem is allergies, the symptoms could be caused by pollens, dust or mold.
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.
How Do Tenants in Seattle Resolve Mold Issues?
Homeowners and business owners are not the only people who have mold issues. It is not uncommon for a renter or tenant to discover they have mold in their rental home or apartment.
How Do You Find The Source of Mold in Your Seattle Home?
Mold is often found when people are remodeling their homes. Because it is often necessary to work with and around the house’s structure, signs of mold that would not normally be seen become very visible.
How to Detect Mold Problems in a New Home or New Construction?
You would think because your home was purchased when it was brand new that you wouldn’t have to deal with mold problems. In fact, for most new home owners, this is probably one of the last things on their mind.
Can You Paint Over Mold?
If you have mold growing on your walls, don’t be tempted to “just paint over it” hoping that will get rid of the problem for you…it won’t. What seems like a good idea is really an effort in futility.
How Do I Know if I Have Mold in Seattle?
What are signs of mold in your house? Because they understand the health risks, thinking they might have mold in their home can be a frightening thing to many people. It would seem the solution is relatively easy, just get rid of it – problem solved. Unfortunately, that is easier said than done. First of […]
What’s the Best Way to Fight Mold in Seattle?
Obviously the best way to fight mold is to prevent it from ever getting started and taking over. But that is sometimes easier said than done.
We can’t run and we can’t hide, mold spores are not only insidious, but they are everywhere and always with us.
Should You Use a “Mold Test Kit” to Identify Mold?
In an effort to save money, many people invest in Mold Test Kits for the home. Some kits advertize results in 48 hours, while others go so far as to say that in 5 minutes you can swab and and have results.
After hearing these types of claims, a well known phrase comes to my mind: “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!”
Fungus Removal in Seattle
Let’s just start off by saying that mold is fungus, which makes up 25% of the earth’s bio mass, and is considered ubiquitous or omnipresent – it’s everywhere.
So, when we talk about removing mold, we must realize that it can never be totally removed or eliminated.
Does Bleach Kill Mold?
Many people think that all they need to do to kill mold once and for all is to use bleach. This works just fine if the mold is on a non-porous surface such as glass, bathtubs or kitchen countertops (why would there be mold on the counter where food is prepared?).
Do You Have Air Pollutants in Your Home? Learn What To Do
We’re all aware of the many air pollutants we can come into contact with when we are outdoors: smog, smoke, and carbon dioxide.
We’re also aware of the respiratory health issues they can cause us. So as a society we do everything we can to keep the air we breath as clean as possible.
Are we as cautious in our homes?
Mold Symptoms
Because mold creeps in slowly and in undetectable places, many people aren’t even aware when their house is beginning to show symptoms of having mold growing in it.
Mold spores are everywhere, inside your home and out. It’s when they find nice moist, warm places, with an organic food source that they begin to grow and flourish.
Mold Solutions
Mold is considered a predator that can grow almost anywhere and in many cases undetected, which gives it an opportunity to grow uncontrolled and pose a dangerous threat to your health.
If you think you have found mold in your home, office or any other facility, you should have it inspected by a professional inspector as soon as possible.