Molds are very common in buildings and homes and will grow anywhere indoors where there is moisture and cellulose, the preferred food source for mold.
One of the most toxic of molds, Stachybotrys is a dark colored fungus (thus the nickname "Black Mold" wink that thrives on water damaged wallboard, wallpaper, and insulation. This fungus has the ability to produce very toxic chemicals, called mycotoxins. Surfaces exposed to air with a relative humidity above 55% and subjected to temperature fluctuations are ideal for toxin production.
It is a greenish-black mold that will grow on materials that are continually damp and moist as a result of chronic leaks or flooding.
https://app.box.com/s/jl3xccyg3snbwhqbfjur be found in any indoor place. It can growing and expanidng behind those beautifully painted walls in the office, nice-colored carpets, cabinets, walls, ceilings and even in a cleanly-maintained kitchen at home.
Health effects from exposure to toxic molds may cause symptoms including headache, sore throat, cough, congestion, sinusitis, eye irritation, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, aggravation of asthma, cognitive effects, nosebleeds, fatigue and fever. It can also be responsible for suppression of the immune system and possible neurological effects.
http://independent.academia.edu/MollieBarnesy/Posts
Additional symptoms of dizziness and double vision were found to be toxic reactions to stachybotrys as well.
Extensive amounts of mold might require the services of a professional who specializes in eliminating mold from homes and buildings. Extensive infestations (as with flooding) may demand hiring a professional cleaning and/or mold remediation service that has extensive knowledge of ridding mold from homes and office buildings.
By: Mr. Mold
Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com
Mold damage in your home can be a serious problem and it should be addressed as soon as its discovered. Not everyone is affected by mold in the same way. For some, it doesn't seem to be an issue and so its not taken seriously. For others, mold can cause health problems and really be a serious concern. A mold remediation company should be contacted right away to contain the mold and stop it from spreading any further. Locating the source of moisture is the first thing that should be done. Mold damage is a http://www.gregoryrestoration.com/mold-remediation-orange-county-ca/
General contractor specializing in water damage restoration, mold removal, insurance repair, and home damage renovation services for properties within Orange County, California. If your home or business has damage caused by water, mold, or fire; Gregory Restoration has the means to quickly repair your building, and get your life back to normal as soon as possible. Licensed, Insured, Certified - since 1993. "We clean & restore ... even better than before" Call us today: 949-366-1930 or visit us online at www.gregoryrestoration.com .
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmsVshLV5UE
