The issue with mold is how long it can thrive without being evident to a homeowner. This can result in severe health concerns and structural flaws around the home, affect the house selling process, and become a costly expense to repair. Below we discuss the telltale signs of mold growth in your home to help you discover it today and remain aware of it in the future.
Foul, Musty Smells
When the odor lingers throughout your home, but you can’t quite pinpoint where it’s coming from or what it is, chances are that this is your first telltale sign of mold in your home. This unpleasant and distinct smell will fill your house, despite all your cleaning efforts and aerosol sprays.
The smell indicates the mold is rapidly growing and suggests an issue with excess moisture. A few of the most common descriptors of the mold smell include stale or musty. So if you think what you’re smelling is one of those descriptions, contact a remediation specialist right away.
Visible Discoloration Along Surfaces
Sometimes mold hides behind surfaces, leading many to believe they don’t have an issue. But when visible signs present themselves, such as dark spots, patches, or discoloration, the mold is growing and likely to become a severe issue.
Look along the surface of basement walls, ceilings, bathroom surfaces, and attic spaces. Any place where pipework resides could also be the first place for mold to develop.
Structural Abnormalities Along Surfaces
Besides dark spots and visible discoloration, structural abnormalities may be present when mold starts eating away at surfaces. This is an instance where you’ll want a residential mold remediation company to complete an assessment as quickly as possible. The mold has likely grown for a long time and may put your family’s health at risk.
Walls might warp, wallpaper may peel, and bubbling or crackling could be present when structural features become the victims of mold growth. Seek professional input immediately.
Health Concerns
If you or a loved one complains of chronic fatigue, allergy issues, persistent head colds, coughs, or chronic headaches, you must seek the attention of your medical provider. Additionally, this may indicate an issue with mold growing in the home, potentially tucked away and not yet visible. The smell or fumes of the mold growth could be traveling through the home’s vent work, leading to health risks and concerns for household members.
Mold is a common but nasty occurrence that homeowners may experience. Redline Emergency Solutions is a premier remediation company specializing in responding quickly and professionally to all your mold concerns. If you believe you’re experiencing any of these telltale signs of mold growth in your home, connect with our team today to stop the spread of mold!