Is There Mold in My Summit County Home?

Mold infestationsare things that we never want to find in our homes. This growth is not only unpleasant to see and smell, but can pose major risks to your health after exposure over a long period of time. If you are wondering if you have mold in your Summit County home, here are some warning signs you do not want to ignore.

Have you ever left a wet load of laundry in the washing machine for too long? Perhaps overnight, and when you open the washing machine the next day the load smells musty and unpleasant? Your laundry is not moldy, but it smells that way because your clothes have been sitting in a dark, warm, and moist environment and has taken on a mildew smell. Mold in your home will be similar to that smell, but much more pungent. If you are in a bathroom or near an area in your house and you smell this, you might have a mold infestation. Keep in mind that even if you cannot see it, it could be behind the walls.

If you see areas of moisture staining, whether it is on your ceiling, above a window or door, or anywhere else, there could be mold growth present from condensation. Any leaks in your plumbing or elsewhere will also become mold growth later, especially due to the inside of your ceiling being the perfect environment for it to thrive. Areas like a bathroom with a shower that always are exposed to steam need to have the proper ventilation; otherwise, the area could become infested with mold.

Anyone can be affected by mold, but for those who suffer from respiratory conditions like asthma, mold can become especially bothersome and dangerous. Mold will cause allergy-like reactions in residents of an infested home; itchy, inflamed eyes and throat, and a runny nose are common. These, however, are the less severe of reactions; those who are vulnerable due to a respiratory disposition can have trouble breathing in the home, potentially have an asthma attack, and other reactions. After prolonged exposure, the health effects can become even more severe, so it is imperative to find mold early.

At Restoration 1 of Summit, we are certified experts in mold remediation, and will make sure that there is no trace of mold left in your home when we are finished. This includes ensuring the air quality and determining the cause of the outbreak to make sure there are no problems in the future. Call us today at 973-250-4306. We service homes in Kenilworth, New Jersey, and the surrounding area and are ready to resolve your mold problem.