Mold Inspection Los Angeles

Is your house making you sick?

Your house could have mold! Mold and fungi have existed longer than humans on this planet and are ubiquitous in the outdoors. The problem of mold in the environment is not a new one, but it has become increasingly prevalent since buildings were sealed after the '70s energy crunch.

What is mold?

Mold is fungi. There are thousands of species. Their microscopic particles are everywhere - in indoor air as well as outdoor air. Mold is extremely common in homes and buildings and will grow anywhere there is moisture. When damp, warm or humid conditions are present, mold is able to grow on such diverse materials as wood, insulation, drywall, carpet, cloth and most porous materials.

Where does mold grow?

Mold will grow anywhere, especially where water damage may have occured, such as leaking roofs, pipes, walls, plant pots or where there has been flooding. Many building materials provide suitable nutrients that encourage mold to grow. Wet cellulose materials, including paper and paper products, cardboard, ceiling tiles, wood and wood products, are particularly conducive to the growth of some mold.

Why remove mold?

Houses, like people, can become "sick" and infected. Mold is everywhere and has been for centuries. It is only when concentrations become excessive that people are affected. Some people are more susceptible to mold than others, but toxic mold can be particularly dangerous to infants, children, the elderly, and immune-compromised individuals.