Are you waking up with allergy symptoms or noticing an odd smell coming from your basement? It could be mold, which is highly problematic. It causes many issues in your home or to your health if left untreated. Unfortunately, it’s not always visible. If you know some common signs that mold is growing in your home, you’ll be able to get rid of it quickly.
Smell It
Mold will produce a musty, earthy smell that is recognizable. The odor will be persistent, so if you smell it, search around in that area until you find the mold or rule it out.
Heath Symptoms
If you continuously wake up with allergy-type symptoms, this is usually a sign that mold is growing in your home. Touching or inhaling will produce indications such as runny nose, sneezing, eye irritation, coughing, sore throat, skin rash, headache, lung irritation, and wheezing.
Visible Signs
It could be as simple as just being able to see the mold growing. It could look a few different ways. It can appear in almost any color and will be velvety, cottony, or powder-like. In most instances, it will appear dark. It will spread quickly, so figure out if you need mold removal or mold remediation.
If you see signs of water damage, there is usually mold. Long-term moisture will lead to decay. You could find it with discoloration, bubbling, cracking, or peeling paint or wallpaper.
Water Leaks
If you recently discovered a water leak, check the area for mold growth. It may be behind the wall or under the floor. You’ll want to fix the leak quickly to prevent more mold from forming. Windows and metal pipes are a refuge for mold because condensation occurs.
Recent Flooding
You’ll likely have mold growing if you’ve had a recent flood in your home or if your home is prone to flooding. Get the area dried up quickly to be proactive against mold growth.
You will most likely find mold in the dark, damp places of your home. Mold isn’t just detrimental to your home; it’s also harmful to your health. Reference these common signs that mold is growing in your home if you think you have mold.
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