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What is Mold? |
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Mold is a type of fungus that
grows on plants and fibers and is most frequently associated with
damp, musty places such as bathrooms, basements and attics. Mold travels
through the air as tiny spores that make their way into the wet regions
of a house or building, where they breed. When mold is found, it is
best to nip it in the bud without delay because it will spread fast.
Mold is an unsightly fixture in one’s home. More importantly,
it is a serious hazard to one’s health, especially to those
that suffer from allergies and asthma. It's an allergen and an irritant.
Common symptoms are throat, eye and nose irritation.
To annihilate mold, you will first need to extinguish the origin.
Find how and where the moisture is seeping into your home and deal
with it accordingly. If the zone where mold is established is not
large, the moisture difficulty can likely be tackled by the homeowner.
If it is a big domain, covering ten square feet or more, the homeowner
is better advised to contact his localized environmental protection
group for recommendation on how to treat it. A professional who deals
with mold removal on a regular basis will most likely want to be called
in.
If the homeowner opts to take care of the mold, it is imperative that
he or she take the proper safety measures such as safety masks and
gloves must be worn. In addition, long sleeves shirts and long pants
can serve as extra protection as well. |
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| When cleaning mold, the zone will have to be
scrubbed with approximately 1 gallon of water and ¼ cup of bleach
depending on the size of the area. The area must be allowed to dry completely.
This measure can be repeated to ensure better results if not all of the
mold is eliminated. If the problem is completely taken care of, mold should
no longer be an issue. |
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| If, the mold does return and also spreads, it
is time to refer to the professionals. A certified mold technician knows
how to aggressively remove the mold at is origin to ensure the mold does
not return. If mold remediation and extraction is not done properly, it
is simply an invitation for the mold to return. |
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| More information: Stachybotrys Black Mold |
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