Although some types of mold grow in open areas and are fairly easy to spot, others can do damage in hidden places. Growing in crawl spaces or inside walls, these allergenic molds can have varying health impacts on those who breathe them in. Although you might not be able to see these growths, knowing their warning signs will allow you to get the help of a mold remediation service as soon as possible.

How Mold Can Affect Your Health

Minor Issues

Many of the health issues that are caused by allergenic molds aren’t necessarily serious threats to your health. Respiratory conditions including coughing and sneezing are common, as are sinus problems. Mold can also make your eyes itchy or watery when spores are in the air.

While not serious, these symptoms can make living in your home a frustrating and uncomfortable experience. Unlike a pollen allergy, the continued presence of mold hidden away in crawl spaces can make these issues worsen and last throughout the year instead of during specific seasons.

You might only feel these symptoms while you’re actually in the building containing the mold. This is commonly known as “sick building syndrome.” When you leave the building where the mold is growing, the symptoms typically lessen or go away entirely. Thorough cleaning by a mold remediation service will help curb these symptoms significantly.

More Serious Issues

While minor health problems associated with allergenic molds can be frustrating, there are slightly more serious complications that can arise until mold remediation is carried out.

In addition to sneezing, coughing, and runny nose, you might also experience sore throats, frequent headaches, and chronic fatigue. Even more frightening, however, is the possibility of an asthma attack being triggered by the mold spores.

Even if you do locate the mold in your crawl spaces, simply cleaning the growth with bleach or a similar solution won’t be enough to grant you relief from the health impact. A mold remediation professional will use power antimicrobial agents to remove the growth completely.

Get rid of hidden mold growth once and for all with the help of Piedmont Home Contractors Inc in Guilford County, NC. With more than two decades of professional service in the area, the mold remediation professionals have the experience necessary to address your mold concerns and get you breathing comfortably again. Visit the website for more information on the services available or call (336) 545-8812 to speak with a friendly representative today.