Absolutely! Mold permeates your house, and colonizes in ductwork, under sinks, in basements and septic systems, and in other areas that the untrained eye may not be able to see and that can't be easily reached. Mold remediation is a multifaceted process, varying policies between states and across insurance policies. If you see mold, smell a musty smell, or are experiencing an increase in allergies, it’s time to call in the experts.. Schedule a free estimate with TruClean Home Services today to get mold removed and ensure your home is clean, safe, and healthy.

Mold is a common fungus that thrives in damp or wet environments. Mold travels through the air and attaches to structures like drywall, flooring, and other home materials. Once it takes hold, mold in a house can multiply quickly in high humidity surroundings, including basements, bathrooms, and crawl spaces.

As we mentioned, mold left untreated in the home can lead to a number of detrimental health side effects, including:

• Breathing problems
• Mold allergy symptoms including a stuffy nose, itchy nose, itchy throat, sneezing, watery eyes
• Lung problems
• Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
• Bronchitis
• Allergic alveolitis
• Allergic fungal sinusitis
• Lower respiratory tract problems in otherwise healthy children
• Skin and eye irritation
• Wheezing
• Fever
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Headache
• Insomnia
• Mucous membrane irritation
• Sick-building syndrome

The best way to prevent mold growth in your home is to clean up spills as soon as they happen, repair any leaks that arise in your roof or HVAC system and ensure your kitchen and bathroom have proper ventilation to keep moisture out of the house.

When tiny mold spores travel through the air and settle, they can multiply quickly, especially under the right conditions (dark, damp). Mold and mildew often go undetected, which leads them to grow and become a major issue for homeowners. Mold can grow nearly anywhere when moisture is present for a prolonged amount of time.

Mold can grow on most porous surfaces where the air is stagnant and damp. Mold prefers temperatures above 60 degrees, but it can still grow in cooler temperatures. Mold is commonly found in the following places:

• Wallpaper
• Drywall
• Ductwork
• Ceiling tiles
• Carpets and drapes
• Furniture
• Attics
• Basements
• Crawlspaces
• Books, magazines, and anything made out of paper or organic material