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Toxicity and Mold Removal


Molds typically exist in the outdoors. They thrive in moist environments and many act to break down debris. When mold invades a home or building, however, it can become a hazard that ranges from allergenic to toxic. Once established, spores are released into the air, much like pollen. When inhaled, ingested, or with skin contact, mold can become a health risk.

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Mold removal goes well beyond surface visuals and cleanup. If the environment remains conducive, mold will generally re-germinate and toxicity levels could rise. This is not something you want to handle on your own. Hire a mold services company to inspect your home’s heating and air conditioning systems, including ducts, along with plumbing, attics, and insulation.

At the slightest suspicion of the presence of mold in your home, contact a mold removal company immediately. Most people are not aware of the danger mold poses. For example, many do not know that molds produce toxic chemicals known as mycotoxins. Mycotoxins can produce any number of symptoms such as asthmatic signs, respiratory distress, anxiety, nose bleeds, vision problems, hair loss, even death. The very young, elderly, and those in poor health are in even greater risk. Mold removal at every level, however, is critical to human safety.

By Cindy Kennedy
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