Ah the most frequently asked question. The simple answer, yes mold can be dangerous, but not all mold is as dangerous as others. One of the most dangerous molds is black mold, it is also one of the most feared. Another common mold in buildings and homes is white in color, white mold generally is not as dangerous. But the rule of thumb is to consider all mold dangerous and use care with the removal and limit any chances of mold exposure and the harmful side effects related. If you do believe your home contains some serious mold issues you and your family(including your pets) should vacate the home immediately.

Dangerous Health Issues Caused By Mold Exposure

There are many different health issues caused by mold and its exposure, one of the mold common is respiratory illness in otherwise healthy individuals. Chronic coughing, itchy watering eyes, persistent sore throat are many of the common symptoms. Mold causes allergic reactions in most people and different individuals react differently when exposed. If you experience any of these symptoms you should seek the care of a doctor who will start you on a mold exposure treatment program.

Cleaning Areas Of Small Mold

Small areas of mold can be cleaned with a bleach solution, in some cases bleach is not strong enough in that case I would use a paste made with water and a laundry solution that contains borates/borax. After the area is treated it is important to check the area in a few weeks to see if there are any signs that mold growth is coming back.

Larger Areas Of Mold

Large mold infestations are serious and should not be tackled by a homeowner, call a mold removal company in the area and have them come out and investigate the situation and give an estimate of the mold removal costs.

After you accept their bid they will take a mold sample from a mold testing kit and send this to a environmental lab for analysis. A report will come back and the mold removal company should interpret the results for you explaining the exact mold and the best process for removal.

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