It’s spooky season – and what’s spookier than haunted houses and scary movies? Mold. Mold and mildew are some of the real, hidden horrors of the season. To help tackle mold and make sure it doesn’t jump out at you this Halloween, you need to know the truth. Here’s the scary truth about mold and mildew in your home.
1. It Can Survive On Any Moist Surface
Mold thrives in damp, humid and moist conditions, so it’s no surprise that it can grow (and survive) on any moist surface. This includes:
- Cardboard
- Paper Products
- Ceiling Tiles
- Wood Products
- Around Roof Leaks
- Windows
- Pipes
- Carpet
- Fabric
- Upholstery
- Dust
- Paints
- Wallpaper
- Insulation
- Drywall
In order to avoid mold from taking over your house, make sure to keep homes as dry as possible, and take care of any wet spills, water leaks, condensation, flooding, or high humidity right away.
2. It’s Incredibly Mobile
Unfortunately, mold doesn’t usually sit still. It moves and grows the longer it’s left alone. If you have mold growing on any surface of your house, it will release additional mold spores as soon as it lands on that surface. Not only that, but it can also travel through the air and latch onto people’s skin, clothing, shoes, shopping bags, and other belongings – even your pet’s fur! Talk about terrifying.
3. It Can Have Negative Effects On Your Health
Exposure to moldy environments can cause negative health effects. If you experience symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, or skin rash, it could be due to allergies or the flu – or it could be due to mold exposure. Sometimes, it’s hard to differentiate between mold exposure and a normal illness, like a cold, flu, or your seasonal allergies. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to the signs to make sure you’re not getting sick from mold. While some types of mold can make you feel generally unwell, other types can cause serious illnesses like lung infections or anaphylaxis. If you’re unsure, have a professional come perform mold testing. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
4. It’s Not Easy To Clean
Cleaning up mold isn’t as simple as one might think. Many people believe you can just paint over it, or take a wipe and scrub it clean. Using bleach, for example, might attack the mold on the surface but the mold has the potential to grow roots down deep, which makes it hard for bleach to remove it entirely. In order to successfully remove mold once and for all, it usually requires the services of mold remediation experts.
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Don’t fall victim to mold or mildew growth this season. If you need mold remediation or mold testing in Dallas, TX and surrounding areas, RestoPros is here for all your needs. Call us today at 855-587-3786 or contact us by filling out our online form here.