Indoor mold can grow in the warm, damp spaces of your home and can seriously impact the health of your family. Mold commonly grows in crawlspaces, bathrooms, and attics. Left untreated, mold can devalue your home, ruin the surfaces it grows on, and harm your family’s wellbeing.

Symptoms of Mold Infestation

There are signs around your home, such as the visual growth of mold and a persistent musty smell, that can indicate the presence of mold in your home. There are other signs of mold growth that you or your family may display. These physical symptoms can be the result of mold exposure, which can be harmful to your health.

Common Indoor Mold Symptoms:

  • Runny nose
  • Stuffy nose
  • Cough
  • Sneezing
  • Itchy eyes, nose, or throat
  • Watery eyes
  • Dry or scaly skin
  • Wheezing
  • Shortness of breath
  • Chest tightness

Mold can also cause more serious illnesses, which can be far more threatening to your health. If you are experiencing symptoms of these illnesses, your home may need mold remediation services.

Serious Indoor Mold Symptoms:

  • Mold-induced asthma
  • Allergic fungal sinusitis
  • Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis
  • Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
  • Skin and mucous membrane infections

What Can I Do if My Home Has Mold?

Mold is a serious issue for many homeowners, and it needs to be addressed quickly. Untreated mold can cause illness, but it can also cause significant damage to your home. If you suspect that you have a mold infestation, you should contact your local mold remediation professionals and schedule an inspection. If mold is discovered in your home, these professionals can discuss your options to protect your home and eliminate mold growth. In addition, you should discuss what you can do to prevent further mold growth and future damage.

At the Flood Pro’s, USA, we are ready to help you repair water damage and mold damage in your home. Our Bradenton mold remediation professionals are available 24/7 to detect hidden moisture, sanitize your home, and stop a mold infestation in its tracks. Don’t wait to call our team today!

Contact our offices by calling (941) 212-2500, day or night.