Mold is a very destructive nuisance when it comes to properties and houses. And the worst part is that once it is present, it will continue to grow, unless appropriate action is taken. Mold can grow in as little as 48 hours any time excessive moisture is present indoors, where the moisture is the result of flood water, a slow leak, a broken pipe, or just high humidity. Indoor mold contamination has been identified as a major contributor to allergies and poor indoor air quality.
Facts about mold
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Mold requires an organic food source. A common food source within properties is cellulose, which can be found in building materials such as wood and drywall.
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Mold thrives in moisture-rich environments.
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Molds are spread by tiny particles called “spores.”
Why is it a problem?
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The colored, fuzzy growth on the surface of a wall, floor, ceiling or other indoor surface is obviously very unappealing.
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Active mold colonies usually emit a very unpleasant, musty odor.
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Because the job of mold is to digest, decay and recycle dead organic matter, it will eventually damage any surface it grows on.
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Exposure to mold spores can cause mild to severe allergic reactions, depending on individual sensitivity.