What is mould ?
(Stachybotrys chartarum)
and how does mould affect your health?
Mould - is a microscopic fungus that grows in damp places. Mould spores are found everywhere, and are released in their thousands into the atmosphere. Signs of mould at home include fuzzy black, white or green patches on the walls, and a damp and musty smell.
People living with mould and damp are more likely to suffer from respiratory illnesses, infections, allergies or asthma.
Inhaling or touching the spores that mould releases into the air can cause an allergic reaction, such as sneezing, a runny nose, red eyes and a skin rash.
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The different types of mould most found in the home
There are many different varieties of mould but the most common are GREEN, WHITE and BLACK. Generally, it is best to get rid of all kinds of mould, before it spreads and causes more damage to the fabric of the property.
White
Green
Black
White mould is often described as almost furry in look especially when found on damp wood. White mould is often found in cool, damp environments such as in basements, cellars and usually growing up a wall. White mould is often overlooked as it can look like efflorescence which is a crystalline deposit of salts often seen on the surface of
concrete or brick work. It occurs when
water leaves behind salt deposits. You can differentiate the two by spraying water on the surface. If the residue does not dissolve it is white mould.
Green mould is common in many houses in the UK and typically belongs to the aspergillus, Cladosporium or penicillium families. Green mould can usually look 'fluffy' in appearance and can often be found growing on damp walls, inside
cupboards and carpets and on damp
fabrics and mattresses.
Penicillium can cause sinus infections and inflammation of the lungs, whereas other strains of green mould can cause bronchitis and even pneumonia if left untreated.
Most black moulds are common and often come from the same strain as green mould. The mould is most often detected in
cellulose-rich building materials from damp or water-damaged buildings.
Toxic black mould can have serious implications on your health.
If you are experiencing worrying symptoms and cannot identify the cause, it is
important to check your house for signs of black mould.
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Identifying the problem is only the first stage, repairing the damaged areas follow. We offer a full repair service, disposing of all infected and damaged materials removed. After another inspection and drying out time to assure the source has been addressed the re-instatment of new materialc can be replaced, finishing original features and fabric to a high standard, mould and damp free.
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