24/7 Emergency ServiceThe Three Warning Signs of Mold
5/25/2018 (Permalink)
Mold can have several negative effects on your health and home. Know the general warning signs!
Mold can have several negative effects on your health, as well as cause an enormous amount of property damage. Knowing the warning signs of mold is not only important for your family’s health, but for saving money in potential property damage as well. There are generally three major warning signs of mold:
- Strange Odors
If mold is present, you will notice a musty smell. However, this smell is often not noticeable until you leave the room and return. This is due to your nose adjusting to the odor of the mold. If you notice that the smell is worse when the air conditioning or heat is on, there could be a mold problem in the HVAC system, air conditioner or heater. If you do notice a musty smell in your home, it’s important to look for signs of water damage (because it could lead to mold).
- Past Flooding
If your home has suffered from past flooding, there could be a chance that mold may be growing in those areas. Mold survives off of moisture, heat and a food source. So, if there was previous water damage and it was not dried properly, there is a chance mold could be growing in those affected areas.
- Health Symptoms
Mold can have many negative effects on your health. Such as:
- Asthma
- Sore Eyes
- Sneezing
- Coughing
- Sore Throat
People often attribute these symptoms to colds or allergies. However, a good indicator that mold is the cause is if symptoms go away once leaving the home. Also, a good indicator that these symptoms are caused by mold is if multiple people in the home are suffering them.
Should you notice any of these signs, please give our office a call at (716) 646-6684 to begin the mold remediation process immediately.