Indoor Mold and Mildew Information

Useful information about mold and its effects on an indoor environment and human health

18 Mar 11

How Dangerous is Household Mold? – Article

“Building materials, such as wood, drywall, paint, and carpet contain organic material that mold can use for food. Mold then requires an adequate source of moisture to grow and survive. This can be obtained from high indoor humidity, pooled water or soaked building material from an external leak, leaking pipe or flood or other water accumulations such as condensation.

Not all mold is considered harmful. However, all mold can potentially cause allergic reactions and other respiratory conditions to those who are sensitive. The severity of the reaction depends on the type of person who is being exposed, the types and levels (concentrations) of mold they are exposed to, and the amount of time they are being exposed to them. While longer periods of exposure to those who are sensitive can result in worsened symptoms, more often symptoms start when exposure has begun.”

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.indoorrestore.com/resources/articles/2011/03/18/how-dangerous-is-household-mold/

14 Mar 11

Mold: A Risk for Your Property & Your Health – Article

“Mold is an ancient life form that has, throughout history, been a constant companion of humanity. Its recent prominence as an indoor health issue is explained by two features of modern building techniques – the use of materials containing high concentrations of cellulose and other fibers upon which molds feed, and the use of insulating materials and methods that restrict ventilation. Given the inviting food source provided by present day building material, all that is required for vigorous mold growth and amplification is the presence of water.

One need not establish any causal connection between the presence of mold and health issues in order to recognize the need for proper mold removal. Indeed, putting health matters entirely aside, molds deteriorate the building materials on which they feed, necessitating the repair of affected components. Where structural elements are involved, this can become a matter of building stability as well as function. Additionally because of the manner in which they digest materials, molds give off undesirable odors and diminish aesthetic appearance, thereby degrading the indoor environment and decreasing property values.”

Read the rest of the article at the following link.

http://www.indoorrestore.com/resources/articles/2011/03/14/mold-risk-for-your-property-your-health/

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16 Nov 10

Aging, Senior Health, and Indoor Air Quality – Article

“As of 2008, approximately 13 percent of the population in America was aged 65 and older. From 2007 to 2008, there was an increase of 927,305 people aged 65 and older in the United States alone. And with an estimated jump from 13 percent to 20 percent of elderly in the population for 2050, we are seeing a very large growth of the senior age group.

With new breakthroughs coming every day, science is pushing healthcare to new levels. Not only are we seeing a new age of people living substantially longer than they ever have before, but we are also beginning to get a greater understanding of the many variables that can have affects on the health of the human body, especially as our bodies change as we age.

As bodies age, they unfortunately become more susceptible to various health problems and concerns. Viruses and infections that may have had little to no affect on the health of a twenty-something year old may now make a senior citizen quite ill, due to a weakened immune system, characteristic of growing older. For this reason, the majority of senior citizens will at one point begin needing someone to check in with them and provide care and assistance in various ways throughout the aging process.”

Read the rest of the article here:
http://www.indoorrestore.com/resources/articles/2010/11/16/aging-senior-health-and-indoor-air-quality/

15 Nov 10

Toxic Schools Article: Part 2 of 3

“Six-year-old Anthony Aliseo was miserable. He had headaches, pressure between his eyes, trouble breathing and, occasionally, suffered the indignity of vomiting in front of his classmates.

Over two years, the youngster was in and out of the doctor’s office for constant sinus and respiratory infections. Cara Aliseo watched her son endure 70-plus allergy injections, two CAT scans and then two surgeries to drain his clogged sinuses.”

Read the rest of the second part of this special report at the link:

http://www.latimes.com/health/os-epa-mold-florida-schools-day-2-20101017,0,3548125.story

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4 Nov 10

Pure Rooms – The New Age of Hotel Cleanliness – Article

“With Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) hitting the forefront of headlines nationwide, there is a new wave of innovation coming to your favorite vacation destinations: Pure Rooms. People suffering from allergies, asthma, or who are just wanting to have the reassurance of a deeply cleaned and sanitized hotel room will be pleased to learn of this relatively new and inexpensive option starting to show up across the country. For travelers with sensitive respiratory systems, the sense of dread of discomfort from staying in an unsanitary hotel room may finally be put to rest.”

Read the rest of the article at the link:
http://www.indoorrestore.com/resources/articles/2010/11/04/pure-rooms-%E2%80%93-the-new-age-of-hotel-cleanliness/

2 Nov 10

Nevada Renter’s Rights Article

“Nevada is a state well-known for its big cities and big lights. Reno, Vegas, and all of the fun and trouble that can be found in these cities is what makes it the destination of many a bachelor and bachelorette party, or just people looking for a little excitement at the cabaret or casino. However, to the more than 2.6 million residents of Nevada, it’s just “home”.

But, regardless of where you choose to call home, things can go wrong. Faulty plumbing, a leak in the roof; these are all situations that can lead to mold growth in a home, even in a state as relatively low in humidity as Nevada.”

Toxic Schools Article: Part 1 of 3

“Moldy classrooms and other indoor-air-quality issues have sparked thousands of complaints from teachers and students during the past three years, an Orlando Sentinel investigation has found. Mold has infested walls and ceilings, ruined books and furniture and, in some cases, led to the wholesale evacuation of children from classrooms.”

Read the rest of the first part of this special report at the link:

http://www.latimes.com/health/os-epa-mold-florida-schools-day1-20101016,0,3142294.story

18 Oct 10

Responding to Household Floods Article

In the event of a household flooding, time is of the essence in keeping the structural integrity of your building in tact, as well as keeping household mold from proliferating.

Mold in the Work Environment Article

Work is an inevitable part of everyday life. Many of us spend up to forty hours a week at our jobs. With such a large portion of our lives spent dedicated to our jobs, it’s important to make sure that the place we spend so much of our time in is a safe, healthy environment.

Summer Weather Spurring Mold Growth – Article

A look into why we seem to be seeing so many cases of mold this Summer.

“”You’re never going to stop mold — it’s always there,” Stephany said. “It’s in the air we breathe. It’s always been there and always will be. But you want to keep the levels of the bad stuff down.”

The kind of mold that’s mostly being found right now is surface mold. Experts said it’s problematic but much easier to deal with, compared to the problems that Madison’s Chavez Elementary School saw in 2002 when a leak during construction caused mold growth in the walls.”