What is Mold?
Mold is a type of fungi that can be found both indoors and outdoors. The number of fungi species is unknown, but estimates range from tens of thousands to possibly 300,000 or more. Mold thrives in warm, damp, and humid conditions, spreading and reproducing through spores. Mold spores can endure even the most extreme environmental conditions.
National Concern:
Over the past 20 years, mold contamination issues have gained national attention across the United States. Mold exposure can have severe health consequences. Mold exposure has been linked to a wide range of medical problems, including allergies, respiratory issues, nose and throat irritation, skin irritation, and permanent respiratory and nervous system deficiencies. Mold can be found in homes, including furniture, carpets, drywall, and upholstery. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that “Most molds will not harm most people; however, some molds will affect any person, and some people can be affected by any mold.” Children under six and adults over 60 are most vulnerable to mold exposure. People with severe allergies or weakened immune systems can also experience severe reactions to mold exposure.
Failing to properly address water intrusion that leads to mold contamination on your Burnsville property can result in more extensive damage as mold and fungi grow. To manage mold contamination, you need a professional mold removal and remediation company in Burnsville, NC, to extract the mold and treat the property appropriately. Don’t trust the “expertise” of non-experts! The most common misconception for both black mold removal and general mold removal is to “just spray bleach on it.” However, bleach consists of 90% water and will not resolve the problem, and may even worsen the situation.