In general, mold and mildew are different names for the same thing. Mold is a living organism that thrives in an environment where excessive moisture or water accumulates. Mold growth can be particularly troubling because it grows undetected in walls, ceilings and under floor coverings. Growing undisturbed, it will become extremely destructive to building materials, interior enhancements and, most importantly can affect the occupants' health. Allergens, irritants and mycotoxins (potentially toxic substances) are some of the byproducts of mold, which commonly cause allergic reactions if touched or inhaled and can cause severe
reactions in sensitive individual
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Molds produce tiny spores to reproduce. Mold spores waft through the indoor and outdoor air continually. When mold spores land on a damp spot indoors, they may begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive.
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There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods. When excessive moisture or water accumulates indoors, mold growth will often occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or un-addressed.
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There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
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As mold damage can occur within 24-48 hours, a timely response to a mold problem will significantly reduce health hazard liability, property value loss and costly litigation.
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