Mold Testing
What is Mold?
Top 3 Spots to Find Mold
The most common places that people discover mold in their homes are:
1. The Attic: The attic gets moisture from nail pops on the roof and roof leaks. The attic can also retain moisture if not properly ventilated. Because mold in the attic can spread quickly it is important for you to check the attic on a regular basis.
2. The bathroom: The bathroom has moisture in it from the sink, toilet, tub, and shower.You should have an exhaust fan in the bathroom that vents directly to the outside, not into the attic. If you don’t have an exhaust fan you should open the window when engaging in activities that produce moisture.
3. The basement: The basement can get moisture through the foundation in the form of actual water leaking or water vapor. In the Summer humidity from the warm air is also a concern because the cool basement floor and walls attract moisture.
What Does Mold Look Like?
Some common signs of mold in a home include the discoloration of surfaces. Mold can cause surfaces to change color to white, green, or black. It is important to pay attention to these warning signs since molds produce allergens.
With mold, what you can see is only the tip of the iceberg. 10% of Mold you see… 90% of Mold is microscopic. Most of the suspended airborne particles are too small to see; yet small enough to be respired (breathed into the lungs) which causes damage to your home, sickness and disease in people and pets. These invisible particles are a serious health risk concern.
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