Mold
Mold can be found in indoor and outdoor air, and on indoor and outdoor surfaces. When mold spores land on a damp spot, they begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive. Since molds gradually destroy the things they grow on, you can prevent damage to building materials and furnishings and save money by eliminating mold growth.
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Moisture control is the key to mold control. Common sites for indoor mold growth include bathroom tile, basement walls, areas around windows where moisture condenses, and near leaky water fountains or sinks. Common sources or causes of water or moisture problems include roof leaks, deferred maintenance, condensation associated with high humidity or cold spots in the building, localized flooding due to plumbing failures or heavy rains, slow leaks in plumbing fixtures, and malfunction or poor design of humidification systems. Uncontrolled humidity can also be a source of moisture leading to mold growth, particularly in hot, humid climates.
Molds and Your Health
Everyone reacts differently to mold. When inhaled, mold spores can cause chronic allergies, headaches, fatigue, skin rashes, throat, eye irritations, wheezing, and many other respiratory problems. People with mold allergies may have more severe reactions. Immune-compromised people and people with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may get serious infections in their lungs when they are exposed to mold. These people should stay away from areas that are likely to have mold, such as poorly ventilated rooms, compost piles, cut grass and wooded areas.
When to Test?
- After a leak, water damage or sewage back-up
- When environment or area is damp
- When visible mold is present
- When a foul or musty odor is detected
- When people or pets are experiencing allergy-like symptoms
- Before purchasing, renting or selling a home or property
- Or simply, whenever there is a concern
How RDS Will Help
Our team of professionals will help:
- Locate where excessive moisture is entering your property
- Conduct air monitoring, surface and bulk sampling for mold levels
- Identify the affected areas and quantify the amount of mold
- Recommend safe and cost-effective treatments to resolve the mold condition
- Determine if there is a health concern and if professional remediation is warranted
