- Homes that have large mold infestations will have a musty or moldy smell. This odor is especially noticeable during heavy rains and high humidity. Carpet that has mold underneath also will smell musty and might have a dark spot on its surface. If your carpet has an odor, remove it and the pad underneath. Search for any water seeping inside and fix the leak before replacing the carpet.
- Mold is black or green and might have an odor. The presence of mold can cause adverse health effects in some people. Mold growing inside your home should be removed. There are mold-removal specialists who can eliminate mold in homes. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, mold can be cleaned from hard surfaces with water and detergent.
- The chance for mold growth is high when humidity inside the home remains high and moisture appears on windows or hard surfaces. Reducing the likelihood of condensation building up on indoor surfaces can be accomplished by adding insulation. This will reduce condensation buildup on windows, the roof and walls. Vent dryers, bathrooms and any other moisture-producing appliances to the outside and run an exhaust fan while cooking or running a dishwasher.
- If you or your family members routinely suffer from asthma or other respiratory illnesses, it might be a sign of mold infestation. Mold can increase asthma symptoms and allergic reactions in those who are sensitive to mold. According to the Centers for Disease Control, people who are immunocompromised or those who have chronic lung conditions such as COPD are at an increased risk of severe reactions to mold exposure. Symptoms associated with allergic reactions to mold include wheezing, skin irritation, itching eyes and stuffy nasal passages. Asthma-related symptoms are a sudden shortness of breath, wheezing and difficulty breathing.
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