Is your home infested with mold? Call STOP of Chandler AZ and rid your home of this menace. Mold is one of the most common problems that homes face. Molds are a year-round problem that you’ll find growing in dark and damp areas of your house or building. Dark and damp conditions encourage their growth; this is why mold growth becomes more rapid during the wet winter seasons. Most people handle the mold problem by sweeping it under the carpet, thinking that they’re harmless. Mold spores are more than just an aesthetic problem; they play a role in causing some health problems. Therefore, it is important for you to regularly inspect your house for mold growth and immediately act if you find it. What Is Mold? Mold is an organism that belongs to the fungi family. They can be found almost everywhere, even in the air. Molds play an important role in the ecosystem, helping with the decomposition of animals and plants. But when they're in your house, they pose some health hazards. Molds are a threat for people with weak immune systems and allergies. These people can develop some health problems by inhaling mold spores, even if in small amounts. On the other hand, healthy people normally aren't affected much by molds. Mold Exposure Symptoms Even though some people are not affected by molds, but the people that are can develop symptoms similar to allergies. The symptoms include:

• runny nose and congestion
• eye irritation
• sneezing
• coughing
• sore throat
• skin rash
• headache
• lung irritation
• wheezing

For people that have asthma or any other respiratory disease, mold allergies can worsen the condition. Usually, the symptoms aren't very severe and will die out by themselves. But if the symptoms persist, consult a doctor immediately. The Dangers of Mold Mold is extremely common, and the average person encounters it more times than they even realize. Some people develop mold allergies because their immune system begins reacting aggressively to certain mold types. Common mold types that cause mold allergies include:

• Aspergillus
• Penicillium
• Cladosporium
• Alternaria

How to Identify Mold Molds aren't limited to any one color; you can find molds to be green, white, black, brown, or any other color. It is often hard to tell molds apart from patches of dirt. Molds can also have different textures such as powdery, velvety, and cotton-like. But there are certain characteristics that could help you identify molds. Molds tend to give off a musty, earth-like scent. Also, if the patch is found in a dark area with a lot of moisture, it is likely to mold instead of dirt. Adding a few drops of bleach on the patch would bring about a color change if the patch is mold. Molds also cause cracking and peeling of the material that they grow on. Lastly, the best way to identify molds is that a patch of dirt will not grow to be larger. So if you notice the spot to be growing, it's definitely not dirt. Contact Us Today! If you find any mold in your home, call STOP of Chandler AZ. Mold can spread rapidly onto neighboring surfaces. Our team of experts know all the protocols and have all the necessary equipment required to remove mold from your home. Our timely service and quality work will have your house mold-free in no time. Call now!