Mold is unsightly. Mold can be haz- ardous. Mold can be growing in the home right now. Discovering Mold Mold is an all-natural substance found throughout nature. Mold spores are microscopic and can be found in the dust that forms indoors, and it’s impossible to keep them from invad- ing a home. However, it is possible to prevent the conditions that help mold proliferate into a problem. In order to grow, mold only needs a few easily achieved conditions: mois- ture and a food source. Food can be just about any material on which mold can grow, be it furniture, walls or floors. Mold prefers temperatures around 75 F and humidity levels of 70 percent. Generally these are the ideal conditions in a home. Health Implications Health effects from mold can vary from person to person. Some indi- viduals may experience coughing, wheezing, nasal and throat con- ditions as a result of mold in the home. Those with asthma or other breathing difficulties may find their breathing issues worsen. People with compromised immune systems may experience seri- ous fungal respira- tory infections. Severe cases may require hospitali- zation. Keeping a Home Mold-Free Due to the far- reaching nature of mold, homeowners must be diligent in their inspections for mold indoors. Because moisture and warmth are the key ingredients to mold growth, elimi- nating the ideal envi- ronment is essential to keeping mold under control. • Seek out leaks or other water infiltra- tion and correct the problems. • Use ventilation fans or open win- dows in the bath- room during and Mold Is a Problem in Many Homes after showers. • Don’t leave standing water. • Check for mold odors and see if mold is hiding behind walls or under carpeting. • Ensure dryers and other combus- tion appliances are vented outdoors. • Use a dehumidifier in the home if humidity is a constant problem. • Keep the home cool. Treating Mold Problems A homeowner can generally treat a small patch of mold with bleach or even vinegar if it is present on bath- room or kitchen tiles. Carpets can be treated with baking soda. Some areas affected by mold growth will have to be removed; they cannot be cleaned. Drywall is one such material. Because mold spores can be spread throughout the air, it may be a good idea to leave mold remediation to a professional. A company expe- rienced in mold clean-up will take the precautions necessary to properly dispose of mold-infested materials and prevent the disturbance of mold that can cause spores to spread. HOME IMPROVEMENT 160 Rubber Avenue Naugatuck, CT 06770 We Sell and Service All Brands FERRARI’S APPLIANCE 203-723-7230 CALL 203-758-3725 MONDAY - SATURDAY 7 a.m.-5 p.m. 845 Carrington Rd. (Rt. 69), Bethany, CT 1/4 Mile North of Rt. 42 on Left www.FreezerHill.com Theron Simons • Robert Carrington, Owners FREEZER HILL MULCH CO. CALL FOR OUR FALL SPECIALS One of the State’s Registered DEP Approved Wood Recycling Facilities 18 Friday, September 24, 2010 CITIZEN’S NEWS
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Mold is unsightly. Mold can be haz-
ardous. Mold can be growing in the
home right now.
Discovering Mold
Mold is an all-natural substance
found throughout nature. Mold spores
are microscopic and can be found in
the dust that forms indoors, and it’s
impossible to keep them from invad-
ing a home. However, it is possible to
prevent the conditions that help mold
proliferate into a problem.
In order to grow, mold only needs a
few easily achieved conditions: mois-
ture and a food source. Food can be
just about any material on which
mold can grow, be it furniture, walls
or floors. Mold prefers temperatures
around 75 F and humidity levels of 70
percent. Generally these are the ideal
conditions in a home.
Health ImplicationsHealth effects from mold can vary
from person to person. Some indi-
viduals may experience coughing,
wheezing, nasal and throat con-
ditions as a result of mold in the
home. Those with asthma or other
breathing difficulties may find their
breathing issues worsen. People with
c o m p r o m i s e d
immune systems
may experience seri-
ous fungal respira-
tory infections.
Severe cases may
require hospitali-
zation.
Keeping a Home Mold-Free
Due to the far-
reaching nature of
mold, homeowners
must be diligent in
their inspections for
mold indoors.
Because moisture
and warmth are the
key ingredients to
mold growth, elimi-
nating the ideal envi-
ronment is essential
to keeping mold
under control.
• Seek out leaks or
other water infiltra-
tion and correct the
problems.
• Use ventilation
fans or open win-
dows in the bath-
room during and
Mold Is a Problemin Many Homes
after showers.
• Don’t leave standing water.
• Check for mold odors and see if
mold is hiding behind walls or under
carpeting.
• Ensure dryers and other combus-
tion appliances are vented outdoors.
• Use a dehumidifier in the home if
humidity is a constant problem.
• Keep the home cool.
Treating Mold ProblemsA homeowner can generally treat a
small patch of mold with bleach or
even vinegar if it is present on bath-
room or kitchen tiles. Carpets can be
treated with baking soda.
Some areas affected by mold
growth will have to be removed; they
cannot be cleaned. Drywall is one
such material.
Because mold spores can be
spread throughout the air, it may be a
good idea to leave mold remediation
to a professional. A company expe-
rienced in mold clean-up will take the
precautions necessary to properly
dispose of mold-infested materials
and prevent the disturbance of mold
that can cause spores to spread.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
160 Rubber AvenueNaugatuck, CT 06770
WeSelland
ServiceAll Brands
FERRARI’S APPLIANCE
203-723-7230
CALL 203-758-3725MONDAY - SATURDAY 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
845 Carrington Rd. (Rt. 69), Bethany, CT1/4 Mile North of Rt. 42 on Left
www.FreezerHill.comTheron Simons • Robert Carrington, Owners
FREEZER HILLMULCH CO.
CALL FOR OUR FALL SPECIALS
One of the State’s RegisteredDEP Approved Wood Recycling Facilities