7 Interesting Facts About Mold

Mold occurs when water is present or intrudes into your home or business. The growth Mold can begin in as little as forty eight hours depending on a number of factors.

Some interesting and helpful facts about mold:

• Mold occurs almost everywhere including inside and outside.
• Mold’s spies are microscopic, float in the air and can enter a premises through windows, doors, air conditioning or heating systems and can even be introduced to a home through clothing or your favorite dog or pet.
• Mold loves moisture. Mold colonies form when they are introduced to moister or a moist environment.
• Mold colonies can produce irritants, cause allergic reactions and can be detrimental to your health.
• Before one can start dealing with mold issues the moisture, damp or water issues need to be dealt with first.
• Mold is often accompanied by a strong, musty odor.
• Inside humidity can cause mold, so your home or businesses humidity levels should be kept below 45%.