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Mold on Walls – Everything You Need to Know

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What You Need to Know About Mold in Your Building

What You Need to Know About Mold in Your Building

Are health-damaging fungi infiltrating the very walls of your home? If you’ve developed irregular health issues lately, a mold problem could be the cause. Stern Mold’s Manhattan mold removal experts have the resources and know-how to keep mold from infiltrating your safe haven. We help you stay informed so fungus doesn’t pose a threat to you or your loved ones.

Mold Growth- It’s Not a Feature Wall

Can you see mold on your walls? Here are some signs to look for to determine if a Manhattan mold removal team needs to visit your home:

– A moldy scent in the air.

– Abnormal allergic reactions.

– Paint on walls that is cracking, peeling or chipping.

– Bulging and discolored walls. These are signs that moisture is either on the wall or hiding behind in areas not exposed to the natural air flow.

– High humidity in the room. Mold loves humidity. Just because you aren’t experiencing or seeing all the symptoms of mold growth doesn’t mean it’s not occurring behind closed walls.

What Type of Wall Do You Have?

Treatment options for mold depend on the area in which it grows. Visible non-porous mold on interior walls may be less intrusive to eradicate. If your cellulose-rich drywall is impacted, cutting out the mold infested drywall is necessary.

Wallpaper glue and wall cavities produce organic materials that mold love to feed on. Be wary of potential hiding places and thoroughly address any water leaks that encourage mold growth.

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Stern Mold’s Manhattan mold removal team finds and eradicates mold-affected walls, keeping you safe from long-term health issues and concerns. Get your free inspection today. We’ll help you breathe easier!

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What is Aspergillosis – Is it Caused by Inhaling Mold Spores?

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What is Aspergillosis – Is it Caused by Inhaling Mold Spores?

Are you or someone you care about suffering from constant health problems? Could it be due to mold? Aspergillosis is a troubling infection triggered by exposure to mold spores. Sadly, it wreaks havoc on our most vulnerable. Across the nation, more than half of all residences and commercial buildings have some form of mold and damage due to water.

New York is particularly susceptible to the growth of mold. The high levels of humidity in the area make New York buildings the prime environment for mold growth. Investing in NYC mold remediation can safeguard against debilitating illness.

Who are the Most Vulnerable?

Aspergillosis affects those who are prone to infection due to a weakened immune system. Those who have undergone chemotherapy are particularly susceptible. If you’ve received an organ, have lung problems or other similar maladies, the threat of Aspergillosis is real. For households with people who have serious health problems already, it’s important to get schooled on the mold facts.

Check Your Symptom List

Mold (otherwise known as fungus) hides in obvious places. Ground spaces, dust particles, plants, rotting food, soil and materials in the walls, ceilings, floors are all known to contain mold. If you have experienced any of the symptoms below you may have contracted a type of Aspergillosis infection:

– Mucous/Blood Cough

– Chills

– Fever

– Wheezing

– Shock

– Chest Pain

Stay Strong and Stern

Our NYC mold remediation team at Stern Mold can keep the most vulnerable from the suffering mold illnesses every day. Do you know enough to safeguard your family against the unseen? Visit our informative website today! We’ll help you ask the right questions, so you can finally find a solution!

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Mildew or Mold – When to Call a Removal Firm or a Cleaner

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Mildew or Mold – When to Call a Removal Firm or a Cleaner

If you are a property owner, you should be prepared to deal with mold. It is a common problem in both old and new buildings. Severe weather can create a moisture problem that quickly becomes a mold problem.

New buildings are constructed much tighter than older buildings. These tight buildings may hold in heat and cool air better but they also hold in the high humidity. The following are some tips on how to best handle an existing mold problem.

Mildew or Mold?

Mildew is the lesser evil of the two. It is typically white or a pale grey and easier to clean up than mold because it grows on the surface of damp areas like bathroom tiles. Wear proper gloves and begin your clean up effort with vinegar. Vinegar is not going to require ventilation and can be safely applied to practically any surface. Mildew is closely related to mold and may also trigger an allergic reaction in some people.

Mold? Call the experts

Mold likes to grow in out-of-the way places where you are not likely to disturb its progress. The warning signs of a problem can be subtle. Early symptoms of mold-related health problems are often misdiagnosed. A thorough mold inspection by a knowledgeable NJ mold removal expert is the best course of action if you think you have a mold problem.

If you are unsure of what to do, contact the mold experts at Stern Mold for a free inspection and consultation. Our affordable MoldExterm method can usually be completed in one day and without all the mess that comes with traditional NJ mold removal methods.

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How to Identify Mold Versus Mildew – Part One

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How to Identify Mold Versus Mildew

Any area of your home that comes in contact with moisture is susceptible to mold or mildew. This can be due to several reasons such as pipes that have burst, leaking pipe connections, a broken water line, and moisture-ridden areas such as a shower, sink drains, and around a washing machine.

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It can be confusing about which fungus is which since both cause discoloration. This is especially evident on drywall where splotches of color are clearly visible.

Both types of fungi can live indoors and thrive, which results in damage to affected areas as well as creating an unhealthy living environment.

Mold and Mildew Differences

Mold presents itself in patches or splotches of green, blue, gray, white, yellow or black. The pattern of the mold is irregular and the fungus penetrates beneath the host material. It may appear to have a fuzzy texture or it may seem slimy. Over time, the material it affects will usually rot.

Mildew remains on the surface of the material, is usually damp, and can be easily removed. Mildew presents itself with a fuzzy or powdery brown or yellow texture on plants and vegetables. Inside the home, think about damp towels in a laundry basket and you’ve created the perfect living conditions for mildew.

Regardless of which fungus has infiltrated your home, you need the help of professionals.

NJ mold removal just got a lot easier with the services available from Stern Mold. With proven techniques and solutions, our remediation process will leave your home environmentally healthy. Our team of specialists is standing by to get “Stern” with harmful unwanted fungus growing in your home. Call today!

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Is It Mold or Mildew? Part One

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Is It Mold or Mildew?

When it comes to ridding homes of unsightly fungi attacking the structure, some homeowners are asking is it mold or mildew that’s discoloring my walls? There’s a difference and NJ mold removal specialists are experts at identifying the source and eliminating the problem.

Mold or Mildew – Which is It?

If you have discoloration in areas of the home that may have moisture issues such as around leaky pipes under the sink or in the laundry room, mold will appear as irregular spot patterns and in living colors such as gray, black, green, brown, blue, white, or yellow. It could also have a slimy appearance. You may see this on ceilings where there may be a roof leak or on drywall exposed to moisture.

Mildew fungus is usually colored in gray, white or yellow and lying atop a moist surface. You can see evidence of this on plant leaves. Over time, it, too, will turn brown or black in color. Its texture is fluffy or has a powdery effect.

Health Effects

Mildew creates airborne spores that may cause coughing, respiratory problems, sore throat, and headaches when inhaled.

Mold, along with the potential for structural damage, can cause asthma attacks, migraines, dizziness, fatigue, skin irritations, sneezing, and allergic reactions, to name just a few. Over time, the mycotoxins produced by mold can have long-term effects on health.

At Stern Mold, our business is detecting problems with mold and mildew in your home and providing remediation services to re-establish a safe and easy-breathing environment. If you’re experiencing this problem, contact us and we’ll send one of our NJ mold removal technicians to your home for a free inspection.

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