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13 Interesting Mold Facts to Know

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Mold affects more homes and businesses than you might think, especially in the hot, humid climate of Southwest Florida. Mold can be harmful to your health and your home. Since mold is not uncommon, we feel everyone should have some basic knowledge of this fungus. Keep reading to learn some mold facts from the best mold remediation company in Cape Coral . Interesting Facts About Home Mold  1. Contrary to popular belief, bleach does not kill mold. Mold will typically grow back within weeks of being sprayed with bleach. If you have a mold problem, you should call a professional mold company in Southwest Florida to come address the issue. 2. Exposure to mold has been linked to everyday sickness and symptoms such as sinus infections, cold/flu like symptoms, headache and memory loss. 3. Dead mold spores can still cause health problems. 4. Long-term exposure to mold has been linked to a variety of health issues including: pregnancy miscarriages, Multiple Sclerosis, asthma, a...

17 Fun Facts About Mold in Your Home

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You likely don't give mold much thought other than getting rid of it. Mold is actually much more complex and interesting than it may seem. Today's blog from Southwest Florida's best mold company offers some fun facts about mold that you may not know! Mold Fun Facts  How many of these mold facts have you heard before? Mold is just one in 200,000 fungal species, and there are more than 100,000 individual species of mold.  Only 5 of the 100,000 species of mold are found indoors.  Outdoors, mold exists nearly everywhere!  Mold has to have moisture to thrive.  Mold can start growing in less than two days in the right conditions.  While mold and mildew are related, they are not the same thing. Mildew only grows on surfaces, and is easier to eliminate than mold.  Mold is very colorful, and while we see a lot of black mold, it can be white, orange or green as well.  Mold constantly multiplies to live and that drive allows the fungus to...