Toxic Mold – A Household Mold Health Primer
Mold spores are everywhere, including your home. To grown and thrive, mold spores need water, air, the right temperature, and food.
Mold spores are everywhere, including your home. To grown and thrive, mold spores need water, air, the right temperature, and food.
Basement mold is a common problem in homes. If you basement smells moldy or you can see visible mold growth, it’s possible that you could have a mold infestation that can effect the health of your family.
From attic to basement, there are several problem areas in your home that can become the source of mold infestation. Here are the most common sources of mold in the home, along with some tips to controlling mold growth.
A number of factors can cause a basement to flood. A heavy rainstorm or hurricane is the most common reason. Pipe leaks inside the house or freezing pipes that crack and burst can cause water damage as well. Leaks from appliances, such as a clothes washer, can also be a culprit. Sewer backups into the basement can be the worst of all. No matter how it happens, water in your basement can cause significant damage and cleanup expense.
The Northeast has been hit hard by recent heavy rain storms and flooding. Good Day NY called in mold expert Kevin Hinchey on Wednesday, March 17th to explain what to do if your home has a mold problem.