Black mold can grow and get out of control long before you see and smell the problem. The difficulty in dealing with black mold is that there is a health hazard associated that can directly impact anyone with a compromised immune system or present breathing troubles. A severe mold infestation should be taken care of as soon as it is discovered to preserve the health of you and your family.
The Prevalence of Mold Spores
The weather in Orange County and the surrounding areas are typically lovely, and the idea of mold infestations seem a distant threat. The reality is mold spores are present in the air in nearly every climate, especially near large bodies of water. These mold spores enter the home on clothing, shoes, bags, and through fresh air. Once they make their way indoors, finding a fresh, undisturbed area of the house is all that is needed for the problem to start.
Treating Common Areas
Common areas to find black mold are bathrooms, closets, cupboards, basements, and attics. Visible dark spots on the surface of walls, ceilings, and floors mixed with a pungent, musty odor are good clues that you have a problem with mold in your home. The wise solution is to have experts in the Orange, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties safely isolate and remove black mold. Professional remediation personnel understand the health hazards of black mold and demolish it.
Finding Lurking Black Mold
There are times that your home has a black mold problem, but the location is not as noticeable. Mold experts can locate these problematic areas, such as under flooring, behind drywall, and in areas of plumbing fixtures. There might even be black mold lurking in behind the insulation. Water intrusion locations are a likely spot for black mold to settle in and grow. These areas will have to be thoroughly checked, cleaned, and new materials put in place that is free of mold.
Physical Symptoms of Mold Sensitivity
Sensitivity to mold can cause you and all family members to feel miserable all year long. You may try to enjoy the warm sunny days of Orange County, but the mold leaves you feeling like there is a constant cold going around. A few of the symptoms can include:
- Sneezing and watery eyes
- Coughing and wheezing
- Asthma attacks
- Stuffy nose and chest congestion
- Runny nose and sniffling
Take the time to have a professional mold remediation company take care of the problem so that you can get back to good health.
