REDUCE THE RISK OF MOLD
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MOLD
MOLD IS A MICROORGANISM THAT BELONGS TO THE FUNGI GROUP. FUNGI DO NOT BELONG TO THE ANIMAL OR VEGETABLE KINGDOM, AND THERE MAY BE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF MOLD SPECIES. MANY STUDIES REVEAL THAT IN RECENT YEARS, CASES OF PEOPLE SENSITIVE TO MOLD HAVE INCREASED.
The reaction to mold can cause episodes of asthma in asthmatic and allergic patients. Mold can also cause rhinitis, respiratory diseases, cough and fever to healthy people. Also, children are especially vulnerable when exposed to mold. In some modern buildings, there is not enough ventilation or air renewal as they are airtight. It may be the reason why some toxic molds now easily affect the health of many people. This fungus causes the well known “sick building syndrome.�
MOLD PROLIFERATION Spores are the means at which mold reproduces; these particles can be dormant for years until the humidity, and additional conditions are proper for the appearance of a colony. The environment for mold should have a high temperature and moisture. Therefore, one of the first measures you should take is to control the humidity.
On the other hand, you can do tests in your house using simple devices, without having to resort to laboratory services. In summer, you must reduce the humidity degree using air conditioners and, in winter, dehumidifiers.
SOME MEASURES
Ventilate the house Try sunlight because it kills mold. Cleaning wet areas with baking soda, sodium percarbonate or hydrogen peroxide Use anti-mold paints in areas susceptible to mold and moisture
ADDITIONAL MEASURES
Keep clothes dry Avoid Conventional fungicides; therefore choose safe substances for mold removal Clean the wood with a sponge and a diluted vinegar to remove the mold Check your crawlspace and basement with the experts on crawl space waterproofing in Charlotte NC.
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