Molds are a problem indoors when mold spores land on a wet or damp spot and begin growing. Molds have the potential to cause health problems. Molds produce allergens, substances that can cause allergic reactions, irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances called mycotoxins. Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic…
Dear George, Do you have services available in Michigan? I am interested in having our home tested for mold and mildew. Signed, Michigan ———————- Dear Michigan, Unfortunately, we only service California. For our readers that are in California, you can schedule a professional mold assessment by Bye Bye Mold™ at 1.800.686.1992 or you can e-mail…
Dear George, Are the molds called Aspergillus, Myxomycetes, and Cladosporium dangerous molds? Can they be cleaned out of your home? Thanks, Christina ———————— Dear Christina, There are many varietals of Aspergillus (like Aspergillus candidus, Aspergillus carneus, Aspergillus clavatus, and Aspergillus deflectus). Some are more pathogenic than others. One of the worst is Aspergillus flavus, which…
Dear George, What are the effects of breathing mold from carpeting, etc. in an automobile? Signed, Car mold Molds produce allergens, irritants, and in some cases, toxic substances called mycotoxins. Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, and the responses will differ depending on which mold is growing…
Dear George, Can black mold on the patio ceiling fall on my bed clothes and furniture if I had my sliding-glass door open? Can it be blown on to everything in the house by the wind, or must it be touched to contaminate my things? Signed, Patio ———— Dear Patio, The quality of outdoor air…
Dear George, How do i anonymously report suspected black mold in a Nursing Home? I have very close friends living in a nursing home that I have heard has black mold growing on the walls under the wall paper. I do not want my friends subjected to retaliation. Signed, Nursing Home Rat —————————– Dear Nursing…
Dear George, Could my 9 month old keeping getting sick from mold being places in my home? She’s having problems breathing, weezing all the time.Someone told us it could be from mold growing somewhere in our home and we just dont know! Don’t know in West Dear West, Yes, your child could certainly be getting…
Dear George, How long it takes for mold to grow to become a problem? Thank you, Anatoly ————– Dear Anatoly, I wish I could give you a specific answer to your question, but really, there is no set safety margin of time before mold should be sanitized or removed. It varies for several reasons: *…
Dear George, Hi there! On the outside of my house I have mildew growing that corresponds to mildew growing on ceilings & walls on the inside second floor. What’s up??? Can’t breathe in Ohio, Kit Doll-Shemas ———————— Dear Kit, If there’s moisture and an environment where mold or mildew can grow, the varieties of species…
Dear George, What is the most effective method for detecting mold and spores? Signed, Efficiency ————— Dear Efficiency, It’s like real estate–it depends on location, location, location. So, the answer is: it depends. The most obvious method and the most likely answer is sampling. Take the sample via air pump or swab, send to the…