Black Mold

To begin with, one should properly define what black mold is. It's the common name for Stachybotrys, a type of mold usually seen as a major hazard to human health. However, there are no scientific findings that prove it to be any more dangerous than other mold colors and types. 

Mold in any form will cause an allergic reaction to whoever has sensitivities in the first place. A lot of people in the mold removal industry have actually been doing their best to deviate from misinformation about black mold and zero in on the fact that no healthy home should have mold. After all, it does not actually belong there.

Actual Risk

For certain people, allergic reactions such as headaches, itchy eyes, issues with their sinuses, and the like are triggered by black mold. People with underlying medical issues will experience symptoms that are more serious, triggering the likes of pneumonia, but that's an incredibly small percentage. 

This is actually true of other mold colors and types, too; pinning this on black mold over everything else is simply irresponsible misinformation. By default, there should be zero mold in a healthy home.

Causes

You may wonder how your house got mold in the first place. Much like humans, mold can only thrive with water and food. This usually starts when a single mold spore floating around, invisible to the naked eye and sometimes referred to as a "mold seed.” This ends up on a wet piece of some form of organic material. It will almost immediately take root in that material, then begin to multiply. 

Even the cleanest houses will have mold spores in the air. Human breath isn't spared, either, as there is a high likelihood that with every breath you take, there are low levels of mold spores. There are over 100,000 known species of mold in various shapes, sizes, and yes, colors. To properly identify the mold in your home, have a certified professional do a mold inspection, which will involve testing.

Understand the Facts

Now more than ever, people are worried about their health, so panic at the notion of toxic black mold is understandable. However, it is important to look at all the facts before getting carried away. Ultimately, the best course of action, especially when in doubt, is to find mold removal services from a company you trust fully, so you have one less thing to worry about.

Searching for reliable assistance with black mold removal? Advanced BWP is here for you! We specialize in complete basement waterproofing and sealing, mold remediation, and mold removal!  If you are not sure the type of mold that's in your home, you can schedule a free online mold removal request and one of our mold removal specialists in Massachusetts and Connecticut will inspect your property.

It's always best to do your own research on topics related to mold.  The CDC's website is a great resource to learn more about mold and the potential dangers of mold in homes.