Your home could be infested by different types of mold leading to a variety of health problems. Is it possible to identify the various mold types in your home? Molds are found growing in several colors including white, black, orange and green.
Some of the most common and identifiable molds in homes are discussed below:
Aspergillus
This type of mold is quite allergenic, and is usually found growing on food products as well as in the air conditioning of your home. This mold could cause respiratory infections, allergic reactions and hypersensitivity pneumonitis (causing lung inflammation).
Cladosporium
This mold type can be identified as a green or black substance (pepper-like), growing on painted surfaces, toilet seat lids, and air ducts made of fiberglass. Cladosporium does not harm humans but can cause some allergy symptoms like watery and red eyes, sore throats, or rashes.
Fusarium
This type of mold is similar to cladosporium as it grows and spreads at low temperatures. You can see Fusarium growing on carpeting (usually damaged by water) and various other fabrics found in homes. This mold type could cause asthma, respiratory infections, and allergic reactions. Those who have a poor immune system could be especially vulnerable to these kinds of infections.
Ulocladium
This type of mold generally appears to be gray or black and has a tendency to grow in moist areas. You might find it on windows, walls and other dusty areas.
Penicillium
Water-damaged materials are usually vulnerable to penicillium growth in homes. These materials include wallpaper, carpeting, mattresses, insulation etc. This mold variation spreads quite easily and quickly from one section of the house to another and can lead to allergic reactions.
You cans seek help from professional mold testers to understand the types of mold growing in your home. They will also suggest appropriate remedies to deal with the mold growth.