Mold Health Risks

In 2004 the Institute of Medicine (IOM) found there was sufficient evidence to link indoor mold with upper respiratory tract symptoms such as cough and wheezing. People with immune suppression or underlying lung disease are more susceptible to fungal infections.

"Mold exposure does not always present a health problem indoors." However, some people are sensitive to molds and may have symptoms such as nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing or skin irritation when exposed to molds.

Individuals may experience headaches, breathing difficulties, allergic reactions and aggravation of asthma symptoms.

Peter Meer is President/Broker of Meer & Company, Inc., 303-322-1550, which manages 150 single family homes and properties in Denver, Colorado. He holds the Master Property Manager (MPM) designation and the firm holds the Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC) designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). To learn more about Peter's Landlord solutions visit Meer and Company website at www.meerandco.com

Mold & Mildew - the difference

"Mold" and "Mildew" are terms that are used generally to describe growths of  fungi on various surfaces.

The difference between the two is in their appearance and the growing surfaces.

Information resources:
http://epa.gov (EPA 402-K-02-003) A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home

Read Facts about Stachybotrys chartarum and other Molds, which provides specific information about certain molds.


Peter Meer is President/Broker of Meer & Company, Inc., 303-322-1550, which manages 150 single family homes and properties in Denver, Colorado. He holds the Master Property Manager (MPM) designation and the firm holds the Certified Residential Management Company (CRMC) designation from the National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM). To learn more about Peter's Landlord solutions visit Meer and Company website at www.meerandco.com