If you have mold in your home or office, call ITS Environmental Services. We provide full service emergency mold remediation. Taking action quickly is the best way to reduce additional damage and prevent health risks. We will perform a thorough inspection and provide a free no-obligation estimate. Call us today, we can help.
Mold Health Risks
Excess moisture and standing water contribute to the growth of mold in homes and other buildings. A flood in your home or business, whether it’s due to a pipe burst, overflowing toilet or indoor malfunction, or it’s caused by an external event such as heavy rain, a hurricane or other natural disaster, can lead to mold.
Mold in your home or business can cause health issues. Below are some of the health risks that can be caused by mold and those who are most vulnerable. Learn how to avoid mold growth and what to do if you have mold.
Possible Health Effects of Mold Exposure
People who are sensitive to mold may experience stuffy nose, irritated eyes, wheezing, or skin irritation. People allergic to mold may have difficulty in breathing and shortness of breath. People with weakened immune systems and with chronic lung diseases, such as obstructive lung disease, may develop mold infections in their lungs. If you or your family members have health problems after exposure to mold, contact your doctor or other health care provider.
People at Greatest Risk from Mold Health Issues
People with asthma, allergies, or other breathing conditions may be more sensitive to mold. People with immune suppression (such as people with HIV infection, cancer patients taking chemotherapy, and people who have received an organ transplant) are more susceptible to mold infections. People with weakened immune systems can develop invasive mold infections days to weeks after exposure to fungi that live in the environment. People with a weakened immune system, especially people receiving treatment for cancer, people who have had an organ or stem cell transplant, and people taking medicines that suppress the immune system, should avoid cleaning up mold.
How to Safely Prevent Mold Growth
If it’s safe to do so, clean up and dry out the building quickly (within 24 to 48 hours). Open doors and windows. Use fans to dry out the building. Position fans to blow air out doors or windows.
Calling a professional mold remediation service is the safest and fastest way to remove mold and prevent additional structural damage and potential health issues.
If you have mold in your home or office, call ITS Environmental Services. We provide full service emergency mold remediation. Taking action quickly is the best way to reduce additional damage and prevent health risks. We will perform a thorough inspection and provide a free no-obligation estimate.