In recent years the presence and health impact of mold problems in a home has entered cultural consciousness. Finding out that it’s invaded and colonized inside your home can be particularly distressing, as there are many stories in the media related to its ability to cause serious health problems. Health problems related to mold are [...]
There are many different types of microbes as well as fungi living free in the world around us. Some are benign, some are beneficial, and some are downright dangerous to your health. Mold in general is a fungus, and most of its forms are generally unappealing. Orange mold is often slimy and ranks amongst the [...]
Mold is a type of fungus that exists in many forms throughout the natural world. It is technically a type of fungus that spreads its presence by releasing spores. When mold spores enter your home, they have the potential to land on various surfaces. In ideal conditions, it can spread very quickly. Some types of [...]
While mold related news stories tend to focus on toxic mold in the home, it is also possible for mold to affect the interior your car. There are many different types of mold living in nature. When these airborne fungal spores get into your car and they find a wet surface they have the chance [...]
Toxic mold and indoor air pollution from biological sources continue to draw media attention. This is due to several factors, most keen among them is the growing sense of awareness of how much mold, especially toxic mold, can impact your health. Indeed, it is estimated that roughly 40% of American buildings have some form of [...]
Mildew, mold, and other types of fungi that invade your home or place of business are often related to ambient moisture. This could be from something like high humidity, a leaking pipe, a damp basement crawl space, or something as simple as failing to use the ventilation system in your bathroom and kitchen. There are [...]
It’s believed that there are thousands of types of naturally occurring mold in the world. Some can be beneficial while others can be harmful to your health. One type of mold that you might encounter in your home is commonly referred to as “Cobweb Mold.” In general, it isn’t just one species of mold. It [...]
Mold is very prevalent in the natural world, which means it is also very likely to be present in your home. It tends to travel through the air in the form of microscopic pores released by a mature colony. Once the spores enter your home, they can take up residence on just about anything. This [...]
More and more people are becoming aware of the potential threat posed by the presence of mold in their home. Most of the cases talked about in the media related to molds ability to cause respiratory problems as well as sparking respiratory allergies. Individuals with asthma also seem more likely to experience an attack if [...]
Mold spores are found all throughout nature. It’s estimated that there are nearly 300,000 different types of mold living free and in the wild. Mold is technically a type of fungus. While it has roots like a plant, it does not draw its energy from the sun. At the same time, it lacks an animal’s [...]
