Atlanta Water Damage Restoration

So you have had a little Atlanta water damage, why should you be concerned about mold?

Mold is a   fungus can produce microscopic spores that are carried through the air. If it begins to grow in your home,  then it carries through the air that you and your family are breathing in.

Just like any fungus it requires moisture to survive and thrive. That is why it is absolutely imperative to stop the moisture problem dead in its tracks. If you are currently having moisture problems or have had moisture problems in bathrooms, kitchens, basements then pay close attention to what we are about to share with you

How serious is this?

Mold can cause damage to your home

Mold that’s allowed to continue growing poses several concerns including structural damage to your home as well as serious health concerns.

Since mold spores are living growing organisms, they will eat and digest anything that it lands on on including furniture, wallpaper, carpets, drywall and wood. Now you can see the threat this can pose to your home if it continues to grow out of control.

Mold can harm your health

Common mold species found in homes are Aspergillus, Stachybotrys, Cladosporium, Fusarium, and Penicillium.

Mold allergy symptoms can range anywhere from full blown out asthma attacks to irritated eyes, throats, noses, skin, and lungs. For others mold exposure can cause hypersensitivity pneumonitis, headaches, breathing difficulties, diarrhea, headaches, sore throats, fatigue, and dermatitis. People with existing allergies, asthma or suppressed immune systems will become hyper sensitive to developing additional infections.  Some molds even produce potentially toxic substances even carcinogenic to humans.

Since mold can pose such a dangerous threat tour families health you can see how serious it is that this is addressed immediately. The right techniques must be used or else further contamination could occur. Remember we are talking about an air borne spore here. Well meaning DIY have unwittingly spread the contaminating spores by not removing it safely.

Others have tried to use bleach to clean the mold. And while bleach will clean the area it will not necessarily kill the mold spores. Further, even if it is partially successful, dead mold still causes serious allergic reactions.

If you would like a complimentary mold assessment consultation we would be happy to help you. Simply call us to schedule your free consultation.

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