Black mold is toxic, deadly and can live inside of your walls without you knowing. If your home is dark, hot and humid, then you have the perfect conditions for black mold to grow. Mold growing in your walls can be hard to detect so it is best to leave it to professionals. Black Mold It's actually a greenish-black color and has a slimy texture. You will notice an earthy smell near where it is growing. It has the scent of soil and rotting leaves. This odor can be especially strong in bad cases. The danger here is that the toxins are already floating in the air all around. Breathing in the spores is futile for your health. Expect to have allergy-like symptoms with wheezing and coughing. Identifying Black Mold You will notice that it is a greenish-black color in addition to being slimy. It has a musty odor and needs moisture to grow. The mold begins by feeding on the building materials or whatever organic materials it can get a hold of. Sometimes it appears gray with a powdery texture. The only way to know for sure if it is black mold is to study it with a microscope. If you have mold it is best to consult professionals like Water Damage Zone to come to your home for an inspection. Call Water Damage Zone, Inc. today (877) 520.1923- your future bills may be a lot smaller, if you follow these simple tips. You can also visit our sister company for further information on restoration services at Best American Builders. We specialize in the following services: 24/7 Emergency Response 877.520.192 Water Extraction Water Damage Direct Billing to Insurance Locally Owned and Operated Water Cleanup Water Dry outs Visual Mold Inspections Sewage Damage Cleanup Sterilizing & Odor Removal Licensed & Bonded #963976 Reputable Los Angeles based company Water Damage Zone, Inc.Corporate Office 15115 Califa St. Ste. C Van Nuys, CA 91411
