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.
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.
How Long Does It Take for Mold to Grow?
Because mold is both damaging and dangerous to property and people, it’s important to pay attention to any evidence that it might be growing in your office or home.
How To Get Rid Of Mold In Shower And Mold In Bathroom
How To Get Rid Of Shower Mold Mold in the shower can be a problem for several reasons. First, mold loves warm, damp environments, and the bathroom is often both of those things. Second, mold can cause respiratory problems for some people, particularly those with asthma or allergies. Finally, mold can be unsightly and difficult […]
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 Much Mold Exposure is Harmful in Seattle?
Some people are more sensitive to mold than others, but no matter what your sensitivities are, everyone should limit their exposure to mold.
Mold is actually a fungus and can be found indoors as well as outdoors. Although there is not an exact count of how many different types of mold there are, it is estimated that there may be from tens of thousands to as many as three hundred thousand.
Protection & Mold Prevention – How Mold Removal Works, Part 3
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.
Mold Remediation, Preparation & Treatment – How Mold Removal Works, Part 2
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.
Diagnosing Your Mold Problem – How Mold Removal Works, Part 1
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.
Is Mold Exposure Dangerous to People With Weakened Immune Systems?
Although continuous exposure to mold growth is hazardous to everyone, the level of risk for people with weakened immune systems is definitely higher than for those who are healthier.
By inhaling or simply touching mold or its spores, allergic reaction may be experienced, and for those who suffer with asthma, mold can increase the asthma attacks.
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 …
What are Mycotoxins and How Can They Affect You?
Just hearing the last part of the word – “toxin” – we know automatically that mycotoxins can’t be good for us and they are something to stay away from.
A mycotoxin is type of toxin that is produced by fungus, (another word we don’t like), and is more commonly known as black mold.
How Clean is the Air You Breathe in Your Seattle Home?
There is all kinds of talk about the outside air we breathe…is it clean; is it free from such things as the toxic emissions from cars, manufacturing pollutants or even outdoor burning?
But have you ever considered the air you breathe in your home
Solve Your Allergies Seattle Problem – Symptoms Caused by Mold
Do you feel like you are “doomed” to live with cold symptoms forever? Is it one of those seasonal colds or sinus infections that you just can’t get rid of?
How Quickly Does Water Damage Need to be Dried?
When most people think of water damage, the first thing that pops into their mind is damage from floods. Floods are devastating, and happen only periodically…but there is water damage that happens frequently, is more common place than floods and can cause a great deal of damage.
What are the Real Facts About Mold?
If you look throughout the internet and through various news articles, you can find a lot written about mold, how it grows and its adverse affect of people.
You can especially find a lot of information
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.
Why is Condensation a Problem?
It’s never a good thing when a homeowner discovers condensation in their home. A little moisture on your windows or even your walls doesn’t seem like it could be too important, but condensation is a sign of
Sick Building Syndrome
You may be wondering if this is a made up term or if it’s real, but believe me, it is very real. Health issues and syndromes may be caused by buildings.
Buildings, such as homes, schools, churches and offices can become toxic,
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.
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 to Remove Mold From Your Shower in Seattle?
We’ve all seen and shuddered at the development of mold on shower tiles, around shower doors and in the caulking round the base of the shower. In a place designated for our cleanliness, it just seems wrong that mold would be growing there.
How to Prevent Mold Growth in Seattle?
You don’t have to be someone who suffers from asthma or other respiratory problems, you don’t have to be a certain age or a certain gender…you just have to be someone who breathes to be affected by the growth of mold
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.
Mold and Pregnancy in Seattle – Can Mold Cause Birth Defects or Miscarriage?
More and more people are coming to the understanding that exposure to mold can cause many health issues, especially for young children, the elderly and those who already have respiratory problems.
With that in mind, the question now is will mold negatively affect your pregnancy and your unborn child?
Can Asthma be Linked to Mold?
Asthma is a disease that has no boundaries. It can affect the old as well as the young; affecting the lungs, it makes it difficult to breathe for millions of Americans. It is incurable, chronic and can be life threatening.
Here are some interesting statistics:
Is Mold Common in New Homes in Seattle? Could Your Home Have Mold?
Most people think they are safe from mold because their home is new, but the fact of the matter is, mold can move into your house before you do.
It can begin to grow in the lumberyard and become part of your construction.
Is Breathing Mold Dangerous? Read This If You See Any Mold
Fall is fast approaching, which means leaves are falling and decaying, and people are having allergy and asthma attacks.
The decay is caused by mold doing it’s job, feeding off the organic plant matter and turning it into organic compost.