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How To Identify And Treat A Black Mould Problem
How do I know if I have mould? Mould can be hard to identify - sometimes you can see it and sometimes you can not see it which makes it very tricky, this is due to its size and the magnitude of each mould problem. The best way to see if your home has mould is to get a mould expert in to read the mould levels. Without this you and your family could be living with mould not even know it. It is important that black mould is treated as soon as possible and by an expert, black mould poisoning can be very serious, here are some of the symptons of black mould in the home. Symptoms of black mould poisoning Some of the most common symptoms of black mould poisoning are Trouble with respiration, Headaches, A Cough, Red eyes, Rashes and hives on skin, Nausea, Memory loss, Sometimes people experience bleeding in lungs, Lethargy. Dizziness, Lack of concentration, Problem caused due to irritation in mucous membranes, Asthma, Allergic reactions (such as itching of nose, runny nose etc.) of respiratory and/or nervous system etc, Irregularity in blood pressure, Damaged digestion and respiratory system, Infections of urinary track, problems in urination etc. Pain in liver and other internal organs, High level or prolonged exposure to mould can lead to infertility in the patient. How Can I control the black mould problem? (Here are some tips for controlling a black mould problem) Having a source of moisture is one of the most key factors for mould growth, this is very important to treat in order to not only stop black mould growth but also to stop the problem coming back. By making sure that the level of moisture in your home is under control you can keep most moulds including black mould at bay. If you have any water leakage or intrusion, such as a pipe leak, or a roof leak, or even a condensation problem it should be prevented first before you treat your mould problem, as it might just come back before you have treated the problem. Make sure that the air conditioners, HVAC systems, and air and ventilation ducts in your home are clean and sorted. In most cases mould formed in these kind of systems are much more dangerous and can be a bigger problem as it can easily escape the human eye inspection and live untreated for a long time. Bathrooms seem to be the most prone places for mould formation and growth and can be the main place you see a problem. Mould forms on tiles, curtains and appliances inside a bathroom and should be properly cleaned and removed in order to avoid mould formation. As with everything there are a few solutions to removing and treating a house with a mould issue. All of these solutions are best if you use them together rather than just using one of these methods at a time. The first thing you need to do is remove all moisture issues from the home. This includes all plumbing leaks, all freestanding crawlspace and basement water, and lowering humidity levels. Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com It is always recommended with black mould removal that you get a professional in when removing black mould as they can treat the source and the black mould issue with the best results. |
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