Everyone has heard about mold and all the bad things it can do to people. The biggest problems that it produces are allergies. Sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, stuffy nose, coughing, rashes, and itching are all symptoms associated with mold allergy and the most severe reaction of all is when it actually makes it difficult to breathe. If you have already been to the doctor and he or she has told you are allergic to mold, how do you make sure you avoid it and especially in your own house?



Many times the very place that some people who are allergic to mold are exposed to it is in their own home. It can come from several different sources and you will have to check your home from top to bottom your self to find the mold and eliminate it or you might wish to consult with a professional inspector if the problem is serious.

From the attic to the basement or crawl space under the home will have to be inspected. You need to find and repair any water leaks and make sure any mold you find has not penetrated any porous materials like wood, sheetrock, carpeting, or even any furniture fabrics. Another place that can hide mold and really allow the spores to travel throughout your home is in your air ducts. Your central heating and cooling duct work can sometimes have mold growing in them and this really can saturate the air in your home with spores you can be breathing in all of the time. You should always make sure you use your exhaust vents in your kitchen and bathrooms to prevent mold from developing there. This is one way to help prevent it in these areas.

Consulting with water damage professionals can be the easiest way to track down any existing mold in your house and have it eliminated so it will not return. They know how to tell if there is wood or sheetrock surfaces that have been contaminated. They know how to check your carpets and flooring to make sure there is no mold growth going on there. If there is and they find it, they know the steps that need to be take to eliminate it.

If you own your own and mold id found, check with your insurance agent to see if you might be covered for the expense of the inspection and remediation if any is found. If you are renting a place, then you will need to consult with your landlord to find out what they will do to remedy the problem if mold is found.