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Step 1
You can smell it. People who have allergies are particularly keen at sensing mold. As soon as they walk in a room they can either smell it of have an allergic reaction, such as sneezing, coughing or congestion. If you can smell it, it is probably there.
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Step 2
If your home floods even once a year, you may have a black mold problem. If you suddenly have allergies that you did not have before, you need to check for mold.
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Step 3
If you have a constant leak under your sink, you probably have a mold problem in your home. Mole many time grown behind walls undetected. Fix all leaks immediately
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Step 4
If there is no ventilation in your basement or crawlspaces, you probably have a mold problem. Mold grows in dark, damp, closed up places. Ventilate those areas.
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Step 5
If you see black stuff growing in the corners around your bathtub and sink, you have a mold problem.
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Step 6
If you think you have a mold problem, there are mold removal companies that can come to your home to test for mold, by testing the air.
Comments
cheapcindy said
on 2/11/2009 I'm always worried about this, I should have my house tested. Thanks for the great article 5*
ethoslogos said
on 2/11/2009 Thanks for the tips on how to know if your home has a mold problem. 5*
VirtualWorker said
on 2/10/2009 Hi there my friend, this is important and good info!
Keep up the good work, five stars!
VirtualWorker
Rachellewms said
on 2/8/2009 Black Mold---Ewww Gross! No one needs this health hazard in their home. Thanks for sharing :)
luv2blog said
on 2/8/2009 People with allergies are definitely sensitive to mould and will probably detect it. Good article. 5 stars.