01 Feb What’s That Smell? Your Nose Knows Mold When It Smells It
Sometimes it can be difficult to trust your nose. Your sense of smell is your best defense against common household problems like mold. What does mold smell like? And what can you do if mold is growing in your home?
What does mold smell like?
Mold smells musty, earthy, or rotten wood. This unpleasant smell will intensify as your mold grows and releases microbial volatile organ compounds (or MVOCs). You should be especially attentive to any new or worsening odors.
Mold: Why is it a problem?
Mold can cause serious health problems for your home and family. Here are some reasons to be cautious about mold.
- Mold can quickly spread and cause property damage. Mold can grow quickly in moist conditions within 24 to 48 hours. Mold can easily spread once it has established itself, especially if your home is filled with mold-loving materials like wood, carpet, or drywall.
- Mold can pose a health risk to you and your family. Asthma attacks and allergic reactions can be caused by mold. Mold can also cause irritation to your eyes, nose and throat.
What is the best time to call a Long Beach professional mold remediation company?
You should contact professionals if you suspect you have ingested mold. Experts have the tools and training to locate hidden mold. This is particularly important if you haven’t yet seen or smelled mold. They can also perform other tests like air quality checks to determine the source of the smell.
Professionals can remove mold from your home once it is discovered. To remove any mold traces from your Long Beach home, most Long Beach Mold Remediation professionals use a special process called Mold Remediation.
They will then work with you to address the root cause of the mold.