Mold is a type of fungus that can grow both indoors and outdoors. Mold can enter your home through open doors, windows, vents, and heating and air conditioning systems. Mold can also be carried into your home on your clothing, pets, or shoes.
Mold can cause a variety of health problems, including respiratory infections, allergic reactions, and skin irritation. Some people are more susceptible to the health effects of mold than others. infants, children, the elderly, people with chronic respiratory conditions, and people with weakened immune systems are at the highest risk for health problems from mold.
A professional mold assessment can help you identify mold in your home and determine the best way to remove it. Mold assessments are usually conducted by a certified mold inspector or industrial hygienist. The inspector will look for mold in hidden areas, such as behind walls or under floors. The inspector will also take samples of the air and surfaces in your home to test for mold.
The benefits of a professional mold assessment include:
-Identifying mold in your home
-Determining the type of mold present
-Developing a plan to remove the mold
-Preventing health problems caused by mold
If you think you have mold in your home, contact a professional mold assessor to have your home tested.
https://www.epa.gov/mold/mold-cleanup-your-home
https://www.cdc.gov/mold/dampness_facts.htm
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/molds/symptoms-causes/syc-20374298