Penicillium is a mold that most people know well. Obviously, Penicillium is the mold that makes the antibiotic Penicillin. However, as beneficial as the mold may be to medical science, it isn't desirable to have growing inside your home. Penicillium mold is typically a blue or bluish-green color. You've probably seen mold growing on old bread or fruit that had that coloration and it was likely Penicillium too. But, Penicillium can also grow in places in the home that are not intended to be so … [Read more...]
Financial Concerns Regarding Mold Damage
Over time, moisture and mold damage can cause serious financial problems for homeowners and employers. Mold is very damaging to property appearance and structure. Because mold produces spores that spread easily through the air, it is difficult to control. Property that has become contaminated must be treated and the cause of moisture must be corrected. If damage is severe, property may be untreatable and must be destroyed. The cost of mold treatment and remediation can vary widely. Depending … [Read more...]
Ingredient For Mold Growth: Temperature
A proper temperature is also required for mold to grow and multiply. Most mold grows best at temperatures between 50°F and 95°F, although a few can live in lower temperatures as well. Most indoor temperatures settings are usually satisfactory to encourage mold growth. Indoor temperature control cannot usually be used as a mechanism to control mold growth. … [Read more...]
Dampness, Mold And Odor: Should I Be Concerned About My Health?
Should I Be Concerned About My Health? Dampness alone in a home can be harmful to the occupants health, even if mold is not yet present. According to a 2007 study, there was an increase in health problems in homes that had dampness problems, mold, or mold odor: 52% increase in upper respiratory tract symptoms 50% increase in cough 44% increase in wheeze 50% increase in active asthma problems 33% increase in asthma problems in those with history 30% increase in new development of … [Read more...]
Indoor Mold: The Invisible Enemy
You breathe in...you breathe out. Breathing clean and healthy air is something most people take for granted. However, sometimes the very air that sustains life can be harmful. Even air that seems clean, without odors or signs of impurity, can be misleading. Mold and other airborne particles can be microscopic and invisible to the naked eye. And, what you can't see may be what harms you. Even though mold can take on different forms and colors, everyone knows what it looks like when they see … [Read more...]
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