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Who Most affected by MOLD-

Those with low immune system including infants, children, and elderly.

Common Health Related Symptoms of MOLD-

Chronic Colds - Coughing - Arthritic-like Aches - Sinus Congestion

Equilibrium (balance loss) - Upper Respiratiry Distress

Irritation of the Eyes, Nose or Throat - Skin Rashes - Sneezing

Headaches - Congestion - Nausea - Allergic Reactions

Yeast Infections - Asthma Symptoms - Flu-like Symptoms

Chronic Headaches - Bloody Noses - Memory Loss - Irritability - Depression

Damage to Internal Organs: Blood, Liver, Kidneys, & Lungs

 

Ten Things You Should Know About MOLD 

 1.  Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposures include allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory complaints.

 2.  There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.

 3.  If mold is a problem in your home, school, or workplace, you must clean up the mold and eliminate sources of moisture.

 4. Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.

 5.  Reduce indoor humidity (to less than 60%) to decrease mold growth by: venting bathrooms, dryers, and other moisture-generating sources to the outside; using air conditioners and de-humidifiers; increasing ventilation; and using exhaust fans whenever cooking, dishwasking, and cleaning.

 6. Clean and dry any damp or wet building materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth.

 7. Clean mold off hard surfaces with water and detergent, and dry completely. Absorbent materials such as ceiling tiles, that are moldy, may need to be replaced.

 8. Prevent condensation: Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (i.e. windows, piping, exterior walls, roof, or floors) by adding insulation.

 9. In areas where there is a perpetual moisture problem, do not install carpeting (i.e. by drinking fountains, by classroom sinks, or on concrete floors with leaks or frequent condensation).

10. Molds can be found almost anywhere; they can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods.

 

Most MOLD can be safely controlled by Sanitization without Remediation- "In many cases, probably upwards to 80% or more of the homes we are in, and IAQ/Mold Inspection is performed and remediation is unnecessary. Sanitization is less expensive, less invasive, and less destructive to the home/office. Once the NORMITM Certified Mold Inspector determines the extent of the IAQ/Mold problems, he may legitimately suggest this protocol and assist his client in expediting the solution. By partnering with the homeowner to establish a lifestyle that substantially reduces the possibility of proliferating IAQ/Mold problems, a healthier environment is established and maintained for the homeowner and his family."    Douglas Hoffman, Executive Director of NORMITM

 

Bleach - Lysol - Tilex - Vinegar - Mold Killers... & MOLD

Chlorine Bleach is NOT registered with the EPA as a disinfectant to kill mold. You can verify that important fact yourself when you are unable to find an EPA registration number for killing mold on the label of any brand of chlorine bleach.

"We are able to completely remove the black spots when we clean the ceiling with Lysol Bathroom Cleaner (with bleach) but it's only a matter of a week or two before it's back again." K.O., Feb. 4, 2005.

"I need to know how to remove mold from the outside of my house. I have used bleach and Kilz and it keeps returning every year." E.H., Feb. 22, 2005.

"I started seeing MOLD little black/brown patches in my shower...looks like it was also underneath the tile caulking!! Like the landlord was trying to cover it up!!!! I scrubbed with bleach, and sprayed Lysol... it was back with in a week..." S.S., March 26, 2005.

My cement garage floor (lst time ever) has white fuzzy mold all over it. First I washed it with diluted bleach, the next day it came back. I just poured straight bleach on it but it still is coming back." S.H., Jan. 18, 2005.

"I have plaster walls throughout the home, and have been cleaning the mold with vinegar, bleach and water--the mold seems to disappear, but within weeks it is back again." T.L. (Canada), Jan. 18, 2005.

"I have tried bleach and the mold killers from Home Depot. I sealed the moldy walls with a deep penetrating oil primer on the cinder blocks after using the mold killer...None of these things have stopped the mold."

"I have a problem with mold growing on the outside of my home. Last year I talked to the paint compahy (Sherwin Williams) that supplied the paint for our homes and they said use a bleach water solution to get rid of the mold. I washed by hand last year about 1/3 of my home with this bleach/water wolution. This year it is back bigger than ever. I would have to wash 2/3's to 4/5's of my home now." S.H., April 13, 2005.

 

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