{"id":9993,"date":"2020-05-15T16:21:11","date_gmt":"2020-05-15T22:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.teamdavelogan.com\/?p=9993"},"modified":"2023-10-11T09:30:17","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T15:30:17","slug":"understanding-toxic-black-mold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teamdavelogan.com\/blog\/understanding-toxic-black-mold\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Toxic Black Mold"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.teamdavelogan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/mold.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-9995\" src=\"http:\/\/www.teamdavelogan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/mold-300x220.png\" alt=\"Toxic Black Mold\" width=\"300\" height=\"220\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>While Mother Nature still may be a little confused as to what season we\u2019re in, it is actually Spring in Denver - and Spring means rain. With this (theoretically) warmer weather and increase in moisture, not only does this mean that Colorado will get a little greener, but if you\u2019re not careful with regulating moisture in your house some of that green may find itself creeping into your home.<br \/>\nMold thrives in moist environments and while not overly common, there is a possibility that it could turn out to be what has been dubbed, \u201cToxic Black Mold.\u201d While not actually toxic, <em>Stachybotrys chartarum<\/em> is a slimy, black mold that can affect the quality of air and destroys surfaces it grows on if left unchecked, making it a real menace if it takes residence in your home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Black Mold and Your Health:<br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\nMold tends to effect most people differently. But for those who don\u2019t possess a natural immunity to black mold\u2019s antigens, the most common reaction is akin to hay fever: difficulty breathing and eye irritation. The most at-risk individuals to be effected by mold\u2019s adverse effects are mostly infants, the elderly and those with pre-existing respiratory issues. But regardless of whether you are healthy as a horse or have a pre-existing illness, a moldy home is certainly not a healthy home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where Does Mold Come From:<br \/>\n<\/strong><br \/>\nWhile Mold spores often find their way into your home by floating in through your open windows and doors or hitching a ride on clothing and pets. The most common source of toxic mold is from water damage in cool dark areas. If your home has suffered from flooding or a leaky pipe, the chances of black mold mold showing up sky-rocket. Your best chance of keeping black mold from taking root in water-damaged areas is to ensure the area is dried within twenty-four to forty-eight hours to prevent mold and mildew growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Get Rid of Black Mold:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you happen to stumble upon black mold in your Denver home, it is possible to remove it yourself. By taking care to wear a respirator and covering your arms, legs and hands to avoid contact, you can clean the affected areas by using soap and a sponge to remove visible mold.<br \/>\nHowever, if you\u2019d rather have a certified Denver mold remediation service solve your mold problem, check one of TeamDaveLogan.com\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/teamdavelogan.com\/company-categories\/mold\/\">trusted contractors<\/a> to guarantee your home is safe and clean!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>The opinions and advice expressed here are not vetted by TeamDaveLogan.com, and you should always do your own research and due diligence prior to starting any project.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While Mother Nature still may be a little confused as to what season we\u2019re in, it is actually Spring in Denver - and Spring means rain. 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