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Caulking & Mold Growth: The Connection

July 16, 20180

Whether it’s used on windows, bathtubs, flooring, or elsewhere caulking is a standard in American homes. It is a great sealant after all. The problem is without re-caulking, old cauk tends to crack over time leading to water seeping into and around areas it shouldn’t. Excess moisture in turn creates an ideal breeding ground for mold. In this post we’ll cover the caulking + mold connection to see why mold seems to appear around cracked caulking and what you can do about it.

Caulking Can Trap Air & Water  Leading to Mold Growth

Caulking is a waterproof filler or sealant used to seal out moisture preventing it from entering into areas where it shouldn’t. It is commonly applied around homes in areas that are exposed to moisture or direct water as a way to protect surfaces that are not water proof. Typically it goes unspoken about until its color changes from white to beige and mold growth becomes visible on it’s surface. Checking caulking around tubs and windows is the easiest way to prevent mold growth in a home. It is a good idea to periodically check caulking along bathtubs and windows for cracks. If one is detected you may simply re-caulk the area to reseal it, making it waterproof again.

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The Very Real Dangers of Mold Exposure

April 16, 20180

With well over 100k different species of mold in existence, it’s hard to get straight answers on which types are dangerous and which are not. The very real truth is that depending length of exposure and the concentration of mold spores circulating a residence, they can all be harmful. Effects can vary from person to person. In fact, some people may not even be affected by mold when they first come into contact with it. Others may develop severe allergy-like symptoms immediately after exposure. From allergies, to asthma, to more severe respiratory illnesses, mold can cause a vast array of health issues for those unlucky enough to come into contact with it.

Allergic Reactions to Mold

So let’s be clear, mold itself is typically not toxic. However, some mold can produce mycotoxins were are very dangerous to humans and animals alike. These toxic mold byproducts can cause skin rashes, and in extreme cases with prolonged exposure they are known to cause cancer.

Allergic reactions are not uncommon when it comes to mold exposure. The degree to which the individual is affected will vary based on a various factors such as length of exposure. If you are suffering from eye irritation, stuffy nose, wheezing & couoghing, itchy throat, or rashes/skin irritation, this can be a clear indicator of mold presence in your home.
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5 Signs Your Home May Be Contaminated with Mold Growth

January 12, 20170

If left unmitigated mold can and will cause seriously major health problems. There is no shortage of families who have had repeated respiratory infections, vomiting, fever, lethargy and extreme fatigue, and more due to unnoticed or ignored growth of mold. There is one universal truth when it comes to mold growing inside your home, that is, give it enough time and it will negatively impact you and your family’s health.

There are a lot sources that will tell you this is not true, not possible, or is in your head. Often times negligent landlords or homeowners who’s property is occupied by tenants are the biggest deniers. Mainly due to the fact that they don’t want to shell out a little bit of money for remediation work to be performed. After all it’s not their family dealing with the toxic effects of the mold growth. Having your home or apartment tested for mold is the first step you can take to ensure you and your loved ones are safe and sound and not falling victim to toxic mold growth.

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