Mould is more than just an unsightly nuisance in your home. It can pose serious health risks to your family if left unchecked. As someone who cares deeply about the safety and wellbeing of those living under my roof, I’ve learned that understanding mould and how to protect against it is essential. In this post, I’ll share practical advice on identifying mould, recognising its health impacts, and taking effective steps to keep your home safe.

ould is a type of fungus that thrives in moist environments. It reproduces by releasing tiny spores into the air, which can be inhaled or come into contact with the skin. While mould is everywhere in the environment, indoor mould growth can increase exposure to spores and mycotoxins—substances some moulds produce that may irritate or harm.

In this post, we will delve into how to prevent mould from appearing in your property. Whether you are a homeowner, a renter, or simply someone looking to educate yourself

An article from CMG Law discusses the risks associated with surgical site infections due to mould, especially for immunocompromised individuals and even those with healthy immune systems

The recent study on PubMed emphasizes the risk of mould infections in traumatic wounds, showing such conditions can lead to severe illnesses

Having had over 18 years of experience as the Mould Remediation department for WA Flood and Fire, we have optimised our mould cleaning process to be as efficient and comprehensive as possible, in keeping with the IICRC S520 Standard.

When getting rid of mould, if a professional service (mould removal company) is not an option or you want to do it yourself, it’s important to follow a few basic rules. These include eye protection, good ventilation or air purifying equipment (air scrubbers).

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If you have discovered mould, then you have or have had an escape of liquids (water leak of some description). The most important rule in mould cleaning and control is NO WATER, THEN NO MOULD. You need to determine where the water is coming from and remove the source as well as dry the wet material. To understand mould remediation you need to understand how water moves around your property and is impacted by the changing temperature of the building surfaces.

There are a lot of mould varieties that are black however the variety of mould associated with BLACK MOULD is a particular variety called Stachybotrys.

If you have discovered mould, then you have or have had an escape of liquids (water leak of some description). The most important rule in mould cleaning and control is NO WATER, THEN NO MOULD.