Mold comes in many colors and strains. Unfortunately, a large number of them are harmful to households, so it’s useful to have an idea of what you’re dealing with if you come across a new growth. The mold removal procedure may vary depending on the type, but these five common strains are easy to prevent with the help of a qualified technician.

Types of Mold You Should Remove From Your Home

1. Fusarium

Fusarium is a mold that can grow in hot or cold temperatures. Pink, white, or red in color, this strain grows on compost and food and is often found in carpeting, wallpaper, and fabrics as well. It’s highly toxic and could cause a runny nose, sneezing, or itchy eyes with minimal exposure. Prolonged contact with spores may cause bone infections, nerve damage, and hemorrhages. 

2. Penicillium

This green or blue mold develops on water-soaked wallpaper, ducts, mattresses, and carpets. Although it’s used as an antibiotic, it’s also one of the most common allergies. Once penicillium spores become airborne, they can aggravate asthma and cause inflammation or chronic sinusitis.

3. Stachybotrys

More commonly known as “black mold,” this variety can appear as dark green and is slimy to the touch. Stachybotrys is often found in damp areas, such as in bathrooms, near pipes, and in wet basements. Difficulty breathing, fatigue, sinusitis, and depression are common symptoms of black mold exposure, and headaches and chest infections may develop after prolonged exposure. 

4. Aureobasidium

An allergenic mold, aureobasidium can either be brown, pink, or black, but it becomes dark brown as it ages. The more mature it is, the worse the reaction of your skin if contact is made. This can cause rashes and infections in the eyes, nails, and skin. In extreme cases, dermatitis can develop following prolonged contact.  

5. Alternaria

The most common form of allergenic mold, alternaria grows in damp areas like bathtubs, showers, and underneath sinks. Dark green or brown in color, alternaria can cause severe respiratory problems. It spreads quickly, so prompt mold removal is highly recommended.

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