It’s better to be rid of molds in your home than to have them. They not only cause health problems but can become a chronic issue in the house. Combating molds is easier in an early stage. So contact a moisture and mold expert as soon as possible when you notice mold.
What Exactly are Molds?
Molds are extremely small organisms that reproduce through mold spores. These spores float in the air and then land on walls, ceilings, and furniture. These mold spores can develop and grow into a mold colony when they find themselves in a moist environment. In other words, damp spots form the ideal breeding ground for these molds. In houses where there are no moisture problems, the molds will not be able to establish themselves.
Molds grow via fungal threads that can establish themselves deep into the building material. They feed on minerals from building materials or wood. The earlier you catch them, the easier the molds are to remove. However, a structural solution is always needed to prevent the unwanted guests from returning.
Why should You Tackle Molds in the House?
Molds are not only ugly, most mold species are also detrimental to your health. Especially the respiratory tract experiences problems in a mold-rich environment. Those who already have respiratory issues or suffer from asthma or allergies are extra sensitive to molds. Other complaints linked to molds in the house are headaches, sore throats, skin irritation, and coughing fits.
It’s particularly important to be cautious of black mold. It produces a very harmful substance called mycotoxin, which you’d rather not have around.
How Do You Recognize Dangerous Molds?
Of course, you can see molds well on white walls. Often you can detect molds at an early stage and thus take action quickly. Unfortunately, this usually doesn’t happen, and mold colonies form that are much harder to eradicate.
Unfortunately, molds grow just about everywhere and not just on white walls. Furniture, curtains, wooden beams, and building materials can also provide a breeding ground for molds. They are not always easy to recognize there. Molds reveal themselves with a musty, dull smell. So if you smell something strange, you may be dealing with moisture and mold. You can recognize moisture problems by damp spots on the walls, but also by loose skirting boards, peeling paint, and a lot of condensation on windows or mirrors.
Caution: molds are sometimes confused with saltpeter. This is a white, sandy substance that can form on walls. This saltpeter also indicates moisture problems but is not harmful in itself. It is the product of a chemical reaction formed by minerals in the groundwater and the building material. In this case, you are dealing with rising damp instead of condensation moisture.
How are Dangerous Molds Combated?
Those who notice mold in their house and are concerned about the dangers associated with molds might be inclined to go to a DIY store and buy an anti-mold product. Unfortunately, these products don’t work as they should. This shouldn’t be surprising, as molds can establish themselves deep into the building material. A home remedy that you apply to the surface of the building material will therefore usually not be sufficient. To really drive away mold, you need professional resources.
Even more important is to address the underlying moisture problem. If you don’t do this, the moisture and thus the dangerous molds will simply keep returning. You naturally want to avoid this at all costs. How the moisture problem is tackled depends on the source of the moisture. If it’s condensation moisture, a ventilation system needs to be installed, or you can also use moisture-resistant paint. For penetrating damp, work on the facade will be necessary, while for rising damp, wall injections are often sufficient. The moisture experts from Solusio are happy to come by to examine the molds and moisture without obligation and propose a treatment.
Solusio Drives away Molds and the Accompanying Danger from your Home
Have you spotted mold in your home? Then it’s best to address it as quickly as possible to avoid health risks. Fortunately, mold and the underlying moisture problems can always be tackled. With the necessary expertise, the mold and hazards can be resolved quickly. Contact us for free advice or make an appointment.