Recent storms inthe Alachua county area has created significant issues with water ponding, minor floodings and issues with water leak. Rainy and stormy season can really put a hurt on the home owners and potential buyers. Water leaks can develop on your roof covering and structure resulting in issues with Mold development. Our experience this season in Newberry has been extraordinary. The numbers of calls regarding water leaks and musty odors inside the living space have increased twofold.
The key to mold prevention is to control all moisture problems and correct any water leaks immediately. It only takes 24 hours after a water leak for Mold to begin to develop. Mold is a concern in the home because of the variety of health problems that can result from mold contamination. The most common complaints are allergic responses from mold spore inhalation. These reactions include hay fever, asthma and irritation of the eyes, throat or lungs.
Mold is also a trigger for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a lung disease that makes it progressively difficult to breathe. Individual reactions to mold vary greatly depending on one’s sensitivity level. Serious infections are relatively rare and occur mainly in people with severely suppressed immune systems. A mold problem can usually be detected visually or by scent as mold usually produces a musty odor. Keep an eye out for areas of the house that are susceptible to mold growth and be sure to promptly clean up any mold growth and correct the water problem that causes it. HOME INSPECTOR USA always offer a Mold screening with every Home Inspection performed. Mold testing is always recommended when red flags are identified during the Mold screening.
For more information relative to issues with Mold please visit HOME INSPECTOR USA. Our corporate office is located in Gainesville Florida. Our office services the following cities in Alachua county: Newbery, Gainesville, Alachua, High Springs, Waldo, Micanopy, Williston and surrounding cities.
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