Preventing mold from causing damage to your home is easier than you think.
Having toxic mold in your home can result in some severely dangerous consequences. From serious health problems to a dramatic decrease in the value of your home, toxic mold can wreak havoc when gone undetected. Here are just a few of the most significant consequences of toxic mold.
Serious Health Effects
Mold is often responsible for a variety of upper-respiratory related issues. In fact, asthma, allergies, and various breathing conditions can all be common symptoms of mold in your home. For instance, there have been studies that show that a child’s chances of having asthma increase when they are exposed to toxic mold in the home. There are a variety of other symptoms that are associated with the toxic mold such as red eyes, itchy skin, and nosebleeds. However, understanding that these symptoms are related to mold is often difficult if the toxic mold is hidden. Therefore, it is critical for all homeowners to have mold inspections regularly especially in areas that are most at risk to toxic mold. These areas include but are not limited to basements, attics, and other high moisture producing areas.
Decrease In Home Value
Toxic mold is notorious for decreasing the value of your home significantly. In fact, depending on the type of mold infestation in your home, it may be extremely difficult for you to sell your home. Therefore, undergoing routine mold tests is a great way to ensure that you protect your home’s worth so that when you do decide to sell it you will be able to get the most profit out of it.
Harsh Structural Damage
Mold takes a toll on your home’s structure. In fact, in certain situations, mold can grow rapidly. This is especially true in extreme weather situations like floods, where standing water becomes an issue. Oftentimes, the best solution to a large mold infestation problem is to tackle it head on. Therefore, instead of trying to kill it and remove it, you may need to simply remove all the surfaces that have been infested with toxic mold.
Eliminate Mold Today With Environmental Consulting And Contracting Group
If you are concerned about moisture and the potential for mold growth in your home, call the professionals at Environmental Consulting and Contracting Group for any and all of your black mold questions. We have over 30 years combined experience in professional mold remediation and mold cleanup, so please rest assured that if there is a problem we will be able to tackle it. We offer our valued customers a lifetime guarantee against the return of mold growth because we are so confident in our work. Give us a call at 1-877-591-MOLD or visit us online for more information. To learn more ways to combat mold growth in your home, follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Google+.
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