Is Black Mold Dangerous to My Family’s Health?

Not all black mold is toxic black mold. But all instances of mold should be addressed, as exposure to mycotoxins released by mold can cause a range of physiological ailments and symptoms that interfere with day-to-day life and overall wellness.

What Species of Mold is Dangerous?

In most cases, property owners are not aware of what species of mold they’re up against, and the same typically goes for black mold removal, too. The most infamous species of mold is Stachybotrys chartarum, which is also referred to as toxic black mold.

This species of mold can appear black or greenish in colour and usually occurs in areas that have recently been affected by water damage. As a result, black mold removal in Edmonton is often required for basements, attics, and crawl spaces. But you may still see infestations in other parts of your home.

Regardless of what species of mold you can identify, all instances of mold should be treated as a priority and eliminated with professional remediation. At Canada’s Restoration Services, we offer a wide range of mold removal services, including basement, attic, and crawl space mold removal. If you have water damage in your home, act fast to mitigate the secondary damage, like mold infestations.

Signs That Black Mold is Causing Harm

The most common signs that black mold exposure is negatively affecting your respiratory system (wheezing, coughing, difficulty breathing, congestion), seasonal allergy-type reactions (coughing, sneezing, or irritation in the eyes and skin, and other systems like dizziness, brain fog, fatigue, and migraines.

If you have water damage in Edmonton or are concerned that you need black mold removal, talk to the IICRC-certified team at Canada’s Restoration Services.