Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Nashville, TN
Do you ever experience coughing, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes, wheezing, or worsened asthma? You may wonder what causes these symptoms and how to prevent it. Sometimes, these symptoms can be what is known as seasonal allergies. The majority of people suffer from allergies caused by allergens in our environment such as pollen and spores that circulate in the air we breathe. If your symptoms tend to only appear during the spring and the fall, last only a couple of weeks and appear around the same time each year, you or your family member are probably suffering from allergies. However, have you ever noticed your symptoms worsen when at home, never seem to go away, are accompanied by skin irritations, fever, or worse? Another culprit could be to blame, mold and mildew. Continued exposure to mold could worsen already present respiratory issues pose other health risks in children and adults. You may not notice any symptoms affecting your health, but still have mold growing in your home. It’s important to remove mold from your home and prevent its regrowth to avoid potential health concerns for you and your loved ones.
Mold typically thrives in humid, moist, and poorly ventilated areas. The most common areas for mold growth are basements and crawl spaces, but mold can grow anywhere water or moisture is present. Mold can spread throughout your home and contaminate the air you breathe. Mold can sometimes be seen or typically gives off a musty smell. Even the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warn against extended exposures to mold and stress the importance of removing mold. It is important to note, if you see mold in your home, do not attempt to clean or remove it on your own. You should consult a qualified professional, who knows and understands precautions and safety measures to take when mediating mold. The good news is Ameri Care offers mold remediation, waterproofing, ventilation and dehumidifying systems to take care of the mold growing in your home or crawlspace. A qualified professional of Ameri Care can conduct an inspection of your home to determine if you have mold, help determine its source, and provide a solution that best fits your mold problem. At Ameri Care Services, our professionals are family friendly, local company that works to provide a safe environment within your home by removing and preventing mold.
Please note, we do not claim to be medical professionals. This article is not meant to diagnose or replace the opinion or recommendation of a physician. If you believe, you suffer from severe health ailment, please consult a physician.
References
http://www.cdc.gov/mold/cleanup.htm
http://www.medicinenet.com/mold_exposure/article.htm