Identifying Concerns Associated with Exposures to Elevated Levels of Indoor Mold

Mold is a natural part of the environment and people breathe it on a daily basis, but exposure to elevated levels of mold in the air in homes, schools or work environments can lead to indoor air quality (IAQ) issues and potential exposure concerns.
 
In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shares the following about exposure to mold:  Exposure to damp and moldy environments may cause a variety of health effects, or none at all. Some people are sensitive to mold. For these people, mold can cause nasal stuffiness, throat irritation, coughing or wheezing, eye irritation, or, in some cases, skin irritation. People with mold allergies may have more severe reactions. Immune-compromised people and people with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may get serious infections in their lungs when they are exposed to certain types of mold.
 
All mold needs to grow indoors is moisture and a food source. Unfortunately, many building materials, furnishings and personal belongings make for an excellent food source if moisture is allowed to enter the indoor environment. Under wet or damp conditions, mold can begin to grow in as little as 48 hours.
 
“People concerned about possible exposure to elevated levels of mold can get answers so corrective actions can be taken if there is a problem,” said Franco Seif, President at Clark Seif Clark (CSC). “An indoor environmental assessment, conducted by an experienced professional, will identify any issues that may be present and offer solutions to resolve the situation and keep it from returning.”
 
Helping in these types of situations are the building science and water damage experts at Clark Seif Clark. Their professionals provide building assessments, inspections, testing, monitoring and remediation oversight. They also recently sponsored an educational video about indoor mold and how it can be an allergen, irritant, asthma trigger and potential fungal pathogen. The video can be seen at: https://youtu.be/MUdN_HlUvrI
 
To learn more about this or other indoor air quality, occupational, environmental, health and safety testing services, please visit www.csceng.com, email csc@csceng.com or call (800) 807-1118. 
 
About Clark Seif Clark
CSC was established in 1989 to help clients in both public and private sectors address indoor air quality, occupational, environmental, and health and safety (EH&S) issues. CSC is a leading provider of these services with multiple offices along the western seaboard and southwest. The company believes in science-based protocols and has a strong background in engineering, making them the preferred environmental consultants to industrial clients, healthcare facilities, architects, schools, builders, contractors, developers and real estate professionals.
 

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