Mold Spots on the Ceilings and Floor
Your bathroom floor may be riddled with mold if you notice any dark areas in the grout of your tiles. Your ceilings can show signs of mold growth if the paint starts to peel off or you see a collection of dark spots. The moisture level could be too high in your home, allowing mold to find a comfortable location to grow.
Home Has Had a History of Flooding
An overly damp basement is the ideal breeding ground for mold growth. You should also be aware that any items that face water damage are prone to growing mold and should be dealt with accordingly. If your home experiences heavy rainfall and leaks in the basement, it's best to have a professional address the issue as soon as possible to prevent mold and other potential damage.
High Humidity
You should not have any trouble using a humidifier on a low setting during the dry winter or summer months, but if you are doing it all the time, you should check to ensure that the excess moisture is not feeding any mold. If you have dry skin due to a lack of moisture in the air, consider upping your water intake or moisturizing twice a day.
Strange Odors
Is there a funky smell in the air? Have you noticed the air quality in your home getting worse over time? Mold can produce a nasty odor that often smells musty, so mold inspection and testing is often recommended to determine where it may have grown and to what degree.
Structural Warping
Mold growth can cause structural warping in your walls or floorboards. If left untreated for too long of a period, this will cause further damage to your home, possibly leaving its structural integrity at risk.
Respiratory Issues
Mold may be to blame if you have breathing issues that worsen after spending a lot of time at home. Most types of home mold do not harm people who don't have pre-existing breathing problems, but they can exacerbate asthma in people who already have it. Mold can even cause your throat to become itchy and lead to some coughing bouts.
Severe Headaches
Breathing in mold spores can lead to severe headaches, leaving you with throbbing pain. The headache symptoms can worsen if you engage in physical activity.
Nosebleeds
Mold spores can irritate the nose and other airways. Sneezing, congestion and constant nose blowing are all symptoms you may experience. These issues may harm the sensitive lining of the passage, leading to nosebleeds and the possibility of infections.
Rid Your Home of Mold Today!
If mold is growing in your home it should be dealt with immediately to prevent damage to the structure, as well as to your own physical wellbeing. The mold remediation experts at Mold Masters can help you
determine if mold is growing, and eliminate it completely to prevent future concerns.
For more information, contact us online or call one of our Florida locations: North at
904-397-4030, Central at
813-606-6668, or South at
239-961-9995.
