Basics Of Mould You Need To Know

What is mould? Where can I find it? Is it harmful? A lot of people are misinformed or have poor knowledge about the basic knowledge on mould and mould growing in their houses.

What is mould?
Mould is a fungus that grows and thrives in damp conditions. It is micro-organism which reproduces via spores. They lack chlorophyll which requires sunlight. Due to this mould can thrive even in dark places and wet places.

What is Toxic Mould?
Some mould can be toxic to the human health. They produce allergens and other toxic substances than can harm your health. Not all mould is toxic, toxic moulds refer to moulds that produce mycotoxins.

Where can I find toxic mould in my house?
When it comes to finding mould, the first sign is the musty smell it leaves in the room. We see mould in our day-to-day lives without realising. If you take a closer look at the black spots around the sink or the grout between the tiles, you’ll see some black coloured substance present there. This is mould! It can be difficult to identify mould in basements and cellars due to lighting. Mould on the wall can be easily identified by the dark growth (black stains on the wall.

Is mould bad for my health?
Mould is very toxic for your health. It can give rise to breathing problems, allergies and skin problems like rashes. They can also cause asthma attacks.

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3 Reasons Why Mould Remediation is necessary

Mould is a kind of fungi that grows anywhere and everywhere in the presence of moisture. Remediation is nothing but a process of correcting/ improving a bad thing. Mould Remediation can be collectively summed up as removing mould colonies from places in order to make the place favourable and safe for humans.

Here are a few reasons why Mould remediation is necessary.

• Mould colonies, when formed are harmful to human health. Cases have been reported where people living in places affected by the moulds, have been diagnosed with asthma, skin related problems, respiratory issues like throat irritation, cough, and much more. Mould colonies also precipitate and aggravate these diseases.

• Mould colonies do not take a long time to spread. A mould colony and some moisture are more than enough to infest the entire place, furniture or clothes. Also, remediating a large area will increase remediation costs.

• Mould colonies are definitely not a good sight for your eyes. It looks shabby. Imagine a situation when you are being visited by friends and the first thing they see upon entering your place is a wall covered with mould! Ouch!

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