Mold Concerns - Problems & Health Issues with Mold
  • Mold should be removed from inside your home or crawlspace when found.
  • Mold should be seen as an indication of a problem - generally with water or moisture.
  • All molds are not the same. Some molds are called indicator species and require more available water to grow than other molds. Some of these indicator species of molds are also more likely to be associated with health issues, particularly Aspergillus and Stachybotrys are often talked about.
  • How much is too much? There are no set standards for "acceptable mold levels." From a health standpoint, it will vary from person to person. Some people are highly allergic to even slight amounts of mold and others not affected.
  • The exact correlation between adverse health effects and mold still needs more scientific study. It has been difficult to make a direct link between mold and a specific health claim.
  • Keep in mind again that mold is everywhere and cannot be eliminated completely. However, mold inside a home or crawlspace should ideally be similar in type and quantity to mold found naturally outside the home.