About Mold and Its Dangers

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Understanding Mold: Risks and Health Hazards

Mold, a term that encompasses various species of fungus, grows in dark and humid places and can easily become a huge problem on your property without you even noticing. It is almost impossible to see without infrared cameras, testing kids, and other special equipment. Even then, it's sometimes easy to miss when you are looking for it.

These fungi are often overlooked and underreported because there aren't any visible pathogens or toxins. While the fungus may not be directly poisonous to humans, mold can cause serious health issues when you are exposed to it for long periods of time.

One of the biggest concerns with mold is that microscopic spores easily become airborne and spread through hidden pathways in buildings, such as HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical outlets. Airborne mold is not visible to the naked eye, meaning you can't see mold spores as they travel through the air. This means that you and everyone else in your home or work may be breathing these mold spores in without even noticing, leaving you more susceptible to the serious health issues mold causes.

If you've ever smelled a musty smell coming from somewhere in your building but could not see what was causing it, there may be mold growing behind your walls or under the floorboards. Take the first step toward protecting your family from the effects of mold when you schedule your mold inspection and testing from FM Services LLC.

It's important for you to contact our mold detection professionals at the first sign of mold in your home. Don't try to handle mold on your own without an expert because you don't want to make matters worse. Poor cleanup jobs can disturb the mold, causing the level of airborne mold in your home to rise and the mold to spread.

A mold assessment without airborne mold testing must be considered incomplete because it does not give you an accurate reading of the mold present in your home. When you rely on FM Services for your mold testing, we always include airborne testing. With us, you can rest assured that we won't overlook any potential dangers in your home. Contact us today to learn more.