Water damage due to storms and flooding do more than structural damage. The aftereffects can be just as damaging as the initial disaster. Mold is{"id":376,"date":"2013-11-04T14:40:31","date_gmt":"2013-11-04T14:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"\"https:\/\/www.hhenvironmental.com\/articles\/?p=376"},"modified":"2013-11-04T14:49:57","modified_gmt":"2013-11-04T14:49:57","slug":"signs-mold-in-walls","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hhenvironmental.com\/articles\/signs-mold-in-walls","title":{"rendered":"Signs That You Have Mold In Your Walls"},"content":{"rendered":"

$\"mold$ <\/a>That stain on your wall may contain problems that are more than surface-deep. If you or members of your family smell mold or musty odors are suffer indoors from sneezing, sore eyes and a runny nose or nasal congestion, there’s a good chance that your home has mold contamination.<\/p>\n

A common place for mold to grow is behind and within walls. Here are some common indicators you may have mold growing in your walls.<\/p>\n

You see it.<\/strong> What you may see a soot or dirt might actually be visible mold growth. Even if it’s only small a small patch of mold, you should take action immediately. If you wait, it can quickly become a bigger problem. Visible mold growth could also be a sign of a much larger infestation within the wall.<\/p>\n

Sometimes mold is not just green or black. Some mold growth appear white and thread-like or appear as clusters of small black spots. Mold comes in a variety of colors including brown, gray-green or white. Mold that grows behind wallpaper can even appear to be pink, orange or purple in color.<\/p>\n

Water and moisture problems.<\/strong> Leaks or moisture problems from pipe leaks, ceiling leaks or seeping water can lead to mold growth. Water stains or discoloration on your walls, floors or ceilings are often a clue that there is mold growing within or behind the material. Peeling or cracking paint or wallpaper, along with warped or bulging wall areas mean that moisture is present.<\/p>\n

Condensation on pipes or near windows creates a build up of moisture for mold to grow on. Mold may grow on the windowsills or\u00a0 on the wall areas surrounding the window. A large amount of condensation is a sign that you may have a humidity problem<\/a>. A high humidity level can provide the water needed to feed mold and mildew.<\/p>\n

Extensive mold with your walls may require tearing down the sheet rock and the removal of insulation. If you suspect your home or business suffers from mold growth, a qualified and skilled restoration specialist is critical to fixing the problem. Specialized mold removal requires the right technology, equipment and experience to properly complete.<\/p>\n

H&H Environmental Construction and Consulting provides professional mold testing and removal services for Connecticut<\/a>, Massachusetts<\/a>, New York<\/a>, New Jersey<\/a> and Pennsylvania<\/a>. Call us at 845-707-0265 if you suspect a\u00a0 problem anywhere in your home!<\/strong><\/p>\n