IT’S ABOUT YOUR HEALTH
In recent years, it has become more and more well known that molds, when present in sufficient quantities in the indoor environment, can severely affect the health of its occupants. Mold illness is often divided into two GENERAL categories:
Upper Respiratory
The first one is the most common and causes upper respiratory symptoms as well as rashes, dizziness, sinus problems, nosebleeds, chronic pneumonitis, mold-induced asthma, skin infections, neurological problems, fatigue, aches and pains, watery eyes, allergic aspergillosis, sore throat, nausea and vomiting, and more. Symptoms tend to abate once the molds have been removed or the individual has gotten out of exposure..
Inflammatory Response
The second scenario is much more complex and can cause an inflammatory response with symptoms that are also associated with what is referred to as Water Damaged Building Syndrome, Sick Building Syndrome or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). This occurs when the toxins produced by molds (dead or living) in an indoor environment are inhaled. The individual experiences a perpetual inflammatory response that can cause numerous health symptoms; there are around a half dozen which are the most common.
This tends to occur in approximately 1/4 of the population who have a genetic predisposition that makes them more susceptible. This doesn’t mean that they will get ill but simply increases the odds. It has been suggested that many individuals who have Lyme Disease may also be affected by mold toxins.
We are certified expert in the detection of molds and risk prevention solutions for both categories.
First Stop Environmental specializes in mold investigation for:
Homeowners
Tenants
Physicians
Remediators
Attorneys
Landlords
and more
+ REMOTE AIR QUALITY GUIDANCE
If you are too far from our geographic area and wish to work on a consulting basis, we can guide you through the process of detection and offer remedies. We like to use video conferencing, photos as well as teach you how to use the same tools that we utilize on a daily basis.