The History of the Housing Court
MOLD & MOISTURE
Mold is a living organism that produces tiny
invisible spores in the air. When you breathe in the
spores, you can experience health problems. Mold is
almost everywhere, but you should try to avoid living
where it grows.
You probably do not need to test your home for mold.
Looking for evidence of water damage and visible mold
growth should be a first step. There are no standards
for acceptable levels of mold. If you know you have
mold, spend your time and resources getting rid of it
and solving the moisture problem causing it.
To rid your home of mold, keep everything dry. Mold
needs moisture to grow. Quickly dry or throw away
anything that has gotten wet. Fix plumbing leaks or
other moisture problems. Consider purchasing a
dehumidifier if one or more of the rooms in your home
are damp.
Look for mold in these common areas:
- In bathrooms, especially around the shower or
tub, and on the walls, ceiling, or floor.
- In wet or damp basements and crawl spaces
- Around leaky bathroom and kitchen sinks
- In attics under leaking roofs
- On wet clothes that are not dried quickly
- On windows and walls where condensation collects
- In closets
- Under wallpaper or carpet
- In your air conditioner
Mold and Moisture web links and contact
information:
Lucas County Health Department (419) 213-4074
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)—www.epa.gov/mold
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)—www.cdc.gov/health/mold.html
California Indoor Air Quality Program—www.cal-iaq.org/iaqsheet.htm
The Health House—www.healthhouse.org
Healthy Indoor Air for America’s Homes (406)9943451—www.healthyindoorair.org
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