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At Pacific Mold Pros we provide professional mold testing and remediation services in Northern California and Nevada by certified inspectors and contractors. Reports of health problems due to Toxic Mold exposure in commercial and residential buildings are on the rise. Jim Lofgren, the executive director of the Rental Housing Association of Sacramento Valley was quoted by the Sacramento Bee stating "It's an extreme example of how serious and expensive the mold problem can be if it's not cleaned up as soon as possible". Referring to a mold infestation at a local apartment complex.
Health problems associated with Mold. All molds can cause health problems, but the effects of mold on the human body is not fully understood. The center for disease control states "The hazards presented by molds that may contain mycotoxins should be considered the same as other common molds which can grow in your house". Even people who seem to be immune to the effects of mold can become sensitized and start showing symptoms after repeat exposures. Mold health problems can be broken down into 3 groups: 1) Allergenic- Causing allergy and asthma symptoms. Up to 32% of all asthmatics are sensitive to molds. A study performed by the Mayo Clinic found 93% of patients with chronic sinusitis were cause by mold. 2) Pathogenic- A disease causing mold. Diseases associated with mold are usually caused by high exposure or found in immune compromised individuals. 3) Toxic- Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites (toxins not necessary for survival) produced to kill other fungi competing for the molds food and water. Mycotoxins are highly carcinogenic and can cause serious health effects in almost anybody. They are neurotoxins (cause neurological damage) which can enter the body through digestion, skin or the repertory system. The three most dangerous types of mold that produce mycotoxins are:
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Other recent Sacramento Bee headlines include "Mold contamination a growing problem" and " Mold plagues tenants & Landlords". One Forrest Hill family even went as far as to burn down their house due to the extreme nature of the mold infestation. Although some of these cases are extreme, mold can be a serious threat to homes, apartments, commercial buildings and most importantly you and your family's health.
Stachybotrys AKA Stachy, Black mold, Toxic mold. Stachybotrys is characterized by its slimy shiny appearance. It is probably the most dangerous of the molds. Stachy needs a lot of water to grow. It feeds on high cellulose materials with a low nitrogen requirement like paper, carpet, wood, etc. It takes 48 hours to begin growing and is often found where slow leaks have been discovered. Because the spores are heavy and wet they usually are not airborne, but when the mold becomes dehydrated or dies, the stachy poisons take to the air. stachy has been linked to lung disorders and brain damage. Aspergillus Can be yellow, green or black. There are 150 species, 15 of which are common in dwellings. Aspergillus is easily airborne and produce aflatoxins which are the most extensively studied mycotoxins. They are more toxic than many known industrial cancer causing substances. Penicillium Can be white, blue/green, or green in color. Extremely common in buildings. Penicillium produces over 100 classes of mycotoxins. Its spores are easily airborne and it thrives in indoor environments.
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