Any business or homeowner who thinks that mold problems can be ignored is seriously mistaken. Mold is not only a threat to the structure of a building, but some forms, such as black mold, are known to be health hazards. It may seem amazing given the risk that any company would ignore a mold infestation. [...]
Using Smell to Identify Black Mold
The most sinister feature of black mold, or Stachybotrys chartarum, is that it grows and multiplies in secret places. There, it will quietly fester and then spread all over the surface of a wall and contaminate the room. Visible signs of black mold indicate a sizable infestation, which may require major efforts to get rid [...]
Mold Test Kits – Types & Uses
Black mold is an expensive predicament. It can start out as barely noticeable and then erupt into a serious infestation where entire walls of a room are coated with dark splotches of mold colonies. Black mold at that final stage requires the assistance of professional mold removers and their help isn’t cheap. The sooner the [...]
Difference Between Mold and Mildew
Houses aren’t frequently as dry as an Arizona desert and moisture can cause things to grow, especially in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and other areas where moisture is frequently found. Owners want their homes and office buildings to be free from annoying spores and they also want their property to be safe. Some molds, such as [...]
What Does Black Mold Look Like
What does black mold look like? The question appears to have such an obvious answer that it seems almost existential. Black mold looks black? Really? Are you sure? Seriously, it almost sounds like a very lame joke at a second rate comedy club. Unfortunately, it isn’t much of joke and a reader shouldn’t wait too [...]
Black Mold Detection Information
Black mold is a serious home wrecker. Black mold, stachybotrys chartarum, thrives in damp areas and nourishes on cellulose found in wood and wallpaper. It is a health risk, particularly for young children, the elderly and those with respiratory problems, and the cost of eliminating it is not cheap. Clean up can range from $300 [...]
Inspection and Testing for Black Mold
The purpose of black mold inspection and testing is to identify the location of, and extent to which, black mold is present in an environment. Although black mold is typically found indoors at levels that do not affect most healthy individuals, it is often difficult to determine harmful vs. non-harmful types without proper black mold [...]
