Is Mold Affecting Your Allergies?

Why Does Mold Grow?

Mold is a type of fungus that can grow on almost anything where moisture is present. When water vapor condenses in an environment that is cooler than the air, mold flourishes. So any damp area, like in an unfinished basement, is a perfect breeding ground for this fungi. Even if you have a finished basement but experience leaks or just have high interior humidity, mold can be growing in your house.

Signs Mold Is Affecting Your Allergies.

Common mold allergy systems are very similar to upper respiratory allergies (seasonal allergies). These symptoms include:

• Sneezing

• Cough and postnasal drip

• Runny or stuffy nose

• Watery/ itchy eyes

• Itchy nose and throat

• Dry skin

• Shortness of breath

How Much Does Mold Affect Your Allergies?

Especially if you already have bad allergies or asthma, mold can be a serious problem for you. Just inhaling or touching mold spores is enough to cause an allergic reaction, so if you are sensitive to mold you need to be careful. If you have bad allergies or asthma, symptoms can cause you to be short of breath or even have asthma attacks. Other people that are more likely to have more severe reactions to mold include infants and children, the elderly, people with compromised immune systems, and people with lung diseases.  

How to Control Mold In Your Basement & Crawl Spaces.

Basement and crawl spaces are pretty much the perfect breeding ground for mold, so it's important to take the right steps to keep your spaces dry and mold free. 

For crawl spaces it is important that the floor is dry and that it is ventilated well. Some people choose to put down a plastic cover and use fans when it is wet, however this is still something you need to monitor and  stay on top of. At Healthy Basement Systems we want you to live worry free and have many solutions for keeping you crawl space mold free. One service we offer is our Vapor Barrier System. This system includes installing airtight doors and vent covers, removing and standing water sources, repairing the structure, encapsulating and insulating the space, and installing a dehumidifier. This will ensure your space is mold free! Another service we offer is dehumidifier installation. Our patented crawl space dehumidifier and ventilation fan will ensure that your home has clean, dry air and help protect your crawl space from mold and other damage

For solutions to keep your basement mold free, Healthy Basement Systems has a variety of options. These award winning solutions include Sump Pumps, Drainage Systems, Basement Floor Tiles, Sub Floor Matting, Plastic Vapor Barrier, Self Drainage Dehumidifiers, Anti-Freeze Discharge Device, and more. We have a solution for any problem you have and will solve any worry about mold. Our many options may seem overwhelming, but we’re just a call away to help you with any questions you have.