Maintain your wellbeing by removing all traces of mold from your property

If a home or business premises has recently suffered from an unexpected flooding incident or burst pipe Atlanta people may not realize that if not dealt with properly, your home or business premises could fall foul to mold growth.

Mold spores are all around us and all they need to multiply are to find a nice moisture rich spot that is typically undisturbed and dark. Areas that are typically exposed to water, such as the kitchen and bathroom are the places where you are most likely to discover mold growth in your property. However, any unexpected water intrusion into other parts of your home or business premises will leave it susceptible to mold growth if the affected area is not dried correctly. When you have had the misfortune to discover unwanted water or moisture in your home or office, then it is advisable to check the affected area for mold, which can begin to form in as little as 48 hours after a flooding or water leak.

The first signs of mold infestation are usually an unpleasant musty odor that will be noticeable to you when you get near to the affected area. However, you may not notice a smell but the mold could still be there anyway so you may need to employ the services of a mold removal company to locate and remove the problem.

Once mold has begun to spread it can quickly grow out of control and the more work will be required to eliminate the problem. Mold is toxic, especially black mold and once it has released its spores into the surrounding atmosphere it can typically cause health problems for anybody who comes into contact with it. These health problems come in a variety of different ailments, ranging from skin problems such as rashes and itchy skin, to problems with the eyes and the sinuses. Once inhaled the spores can play havoc with the respiratory systems of humans and animals alike. These can cause serious breathing issues such as bronchitis and asthma, and the groups most at risk are the elderly, the young (especially babies) and people who already have pre-existing breathing problems.