When you choose a home plan or a house plan make sure that there are safety measures also taken care of. You have to make sure that your home is perfect for living. In most cases people are facing the problems of mold in their homes. That is because when they first chose the house plan they did not think of any thing like that. So it is important that when you build a home you make sure that mold will not effect. But it has effected, how to get rid of it?
Here's some information on the health concerns related to mold exposure.
ABOUT MOLD
ABOUT MOLD
What is it?
· Molds are simple, microscopic organisms, found virtually everywhere.
· Molds can be found on plants, foods, dry leaves, and other organic material.
· Molds are needed for breaking down dead material.
· Mold spores are very tiny and lightweight, and this allows them to travel through the air.
· Mold growths can often be seen in the form of discoloration, white to orange and from green to brown or black.
· Molds can cause allergic symptoms similar to those caused by plant pollen.
Should I be concerned with mold in my home?
Well, yes you should be. It is dangerous to have mold spores flying in the air. These pores in the air can cause, asthma, allergic reactions, infections and many other problems related to lungs. Well, it is not only dangerous to your health but also for your home. So, when you choose a house plan make sure that you see that the mold does not affect the house building. Mold can warp and cause walls to crack or become structurally weak.
What does mold need to grow?
For mold to grow, it needs:
- food sources - such as leaves, wood, paper, or dirt
- a source of moisture
- a place to grow
Can mold become a problem in my home?
The following are sources of indoor moisture that may cause problems:
- flooding
- backed-up sewers
- leaky roofs
- humidifiers
- mud or ice dams
- damp basement or crawl spaces
- constant plumbing leaks
- house plants - watering can generate large amounts of moisture
- steam from cooking
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