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Mold in My Home: What Do I Do?

Source: www.dhs.ca.gov
Topic: Mold Spores
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Sort Desciption: This fact sheet provides information to people who have experienced water damage to their home and presents the health concerns related to mold exposure. ...

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This fact sheet provides information to people who have experienced water damage to their home and presents the health concerns related to mold exposure. It also provides general guidelines on mold detection, cleanup & removal of mold contaminated materials. ABOUT MOLD What is it? Molds are simple, microscopic organisms, found virtually everywhere, indoors and outdoors. Molds can be found on plants, foods, dry leaves, and other organic material. Molds are needed for breaking down dead material. Mold spores are very tiny and lightweight, and this allows them to travel through the air. Mold growths can often be seen in the form of discoloration, ranging from white to orange and from green to brown and black. When molds are present in large quantities, they can cause allergic symptoms similar to those caused by plant pollen. Should I be concerned about mold in my home? Yes, if the contamination is extensive. When airborne mold spores are present in large numbers, they can cause allergic reactions, asthma episodes, infections, and other respiratory problems for people. Exposure to high spore levels can cause the development of an allergy to the mold. Mold can also cause structural damage to your home. Similary, when wood goes through a period of wetting, then drying, it can eventually warp and cause walls to crack or become structurally weak. What does mold need to grow? For mold to grow, it needs: food sources such as leaves, wood, paper, or dirt a source of moisture a place to grow Can mold become a problem in my home? Yes, if there is moisture available to allow mold to thrive and multiply. ...

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