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Preventing Mold Damage After a Flood: Tips for Homeowners<\/h1>\n\n
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Mold, a common term for different kinds of fungus, attacks organic materials. Mold damage can happen to paper, books, cloth, photographs, and leather. Mold grows from spores, which are everywhere in our environment. Usually, these spores are inactive, but they will germinate when the relative humidity exceeds 70 percent. Temperatures above 65 degrees increase the likelihood of mold growth.<\/p>\n

Some types of mold carry significant health risks. The health effects of a mold infestation can be as mild as an allergic reaction. But a more significant personal injury can occur. Mold’s poisonous compounds, mycotoxins, can cause or exacerbate respiratory problems.\u00a0<\/p>\n

After flood damage occurs in your home, one of the first things you should do is take steps to prevent any further damage that might be caused by mold growth. Later on, if you discover mold in the flooded areas, you can consider your legal options with a lawyer who practices in mold cases<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This article provides a brief overview of:<\/p>\n