The Health Risks Associated with Mould in Your Home

Mould is disgusting! Unfortunately, it’s found everywhere. It’s one of those things that can just grow anywhere, regardless of the surface and all it needs to thrive is a little bit of darkness and some moisture. It’s a moist little intruder that’s almost impossible to get rid of!

If having mould in your home is something that you’ve dealt with before, there’s a good chance that you’ve tried and tested a few different solutions. Water traps are a great way to keep mould at bay, but can fill up quickly and will need replacing constantly. A dehumidifier works too, but sometimes it can just get in the way. You’ve probably also tried spraying vinegar on it and scrubbing all afternoon, which works, but not permanently. 

The Risks of Having Mould in Your Home

There are many health risks associated with mould in your home. Mould is a fungus that exists all around us and most people would have seen it on their food from time to time. Perhaps you’ve left a fruit for too long, or your bread has gone past that expiry date and there’s a patch of green on it. That’s mould!

Mould in buildings usually forms on porous materials like wood and can be commonly seen in wallpapers, wood panels, dry wall, cabinets, flooring and insulation. What mould can do to you when left unchecked can give you nasal congestion, chest tightness, wheezing, coughing and throat irritation. If you are exposed to mould for extended periods of time, you can develop chronic health problems such as asthma and exhibit reduced lung function. It’s serious business! 

So what is the solution?

Zenith Ventilation is a Breath of Fresh Air

We’re not full of hot air, we’ll tell you exactly what your problems are and how to fix them. It’s as simple as that! Subfloor ventilation is your solution! Zenith Ventilation can put in a ducted system that will extract air from your crawl space, creating negative air pressure that ensures the dirty, damp air underneath your home doesn’t rise into your living area!

Subfloor ventilation will replace the air with moisture in it with fresh, dry air that ventilates your home easily. It will reduce any potential health risks associated with mould, keep the value of your home, and more importantly, prevent odour and rot, which in turn prevents mould!

Don’t put your health at risk with malicious mould. Call now – 1300 314 113