Common Types of House Mold in Your Alexandria, VA Home

Mold is a common occurrence in homes, but must be examined in order to know if it is harmful to those inside. Molds fall into three groups: allergenic, pathogenic, and toxigenic. Allergenic molds do not usually produce life-threatening reactions, but can affect those who suffer from allergies or asthma. Pathogenic molds can produce some type of infection in people who are healthy and in those with a weakened immune system, while toxigenic molds can cause serious health effects from irritation to cancer. Exposure to toxigenics, or mycotoxins, can occur through inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion.

Envirotex is an reputable, licensed environmental services company performing professional mold inspection in Alexandria, VA. We offer:

• Comprehensive mold inspection in Alexandria, VA for home and business owners.
• Envirotex licenses and certifications, including: Asbestos Inspector license, Class A Commonwealth of Virginia contractors license, EPA accreditation and OSHA certification.
• The environmental specialists at Envirotex have the proper equipment, training, field experience and required licensing to safely and effectively perform mold inspection.

Common House Molds

Common types of house mold include Penicillium, an allergenic mold that can be found in dust or in food. Memnoniella can be found on cotton, paper, or wood products and may develop toxins, while the green or black powdery Cladosporium can grow on food, dead plants, and paint and can cause reactions ranging from skin rashes to nail fungus. Toxic black mold, or Stachybotrys, can produce toxins that may lead to cancer, headaches, and asthma, and is usually found in the back of walls and under ceilings. Finally, Mucor can be found in soil, animal droppings, and dust, and can cause lung infections in those with weakened immune systems.

Call A Professional

Mold can not be identified by sight, since many look very familiar, so the only way to know for sure is to call a professional. To identify any suspected mold growth in your home, contact Envirotex Environmental Services. Serving Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, Envirotex Environmental Services have completed thousands of mold and asbestos inspections and solutions throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, including Annandale, Arlington, and Reston.

About Envriotex Environmental Services

Established in Northern Virginia in 2000, Envirotex Environmental Services was founded on military service. While serving his country, the company's owner Mr. Freeman gained vast knowledge and experience in the environmental services field. His expertise in air monitoring and hazardous materials testing prepared him for his post-military career.