Have you noticed a musty, damp odor? Perhaps you've experienced water damage from a leak in the roof, a damaged pipe, or even flooding?
Whatever the cause, mold in your home is a major source of indoor air pollution and can have serious health risks. Mold produces millions of airborne spores that, when inhaled, cause allergy-like symptoms, including runny nose, itchy watering eyes, coughing, and sneezing. Mold exposure can also exacerbate asthma symptoms, increasing the risk of an asthma attack.
In the right conditions, certain types of molds can also produce Mycotoxins. Although naturally occurring, Mycotoxins can be extremely dangerous for some individuals. They have been associated with liver cancer and kidney failure; they can also damage the brain and central nervous system. For some people, the effects of mold growth can be devastating.
If you’re looking for an air purifier for mold, the Austin Air HealthMate™ is, without doubt, our best HEPA air purifier for damp environments where mold is a problem. 60 square feet of Medical-Grade HEPA in the Austin Air HealthMate™ will effectively remove mold spores from the air, while the blend of activated carbon and zeolite will take care of the Mycotoxins that can develop when mold is present.
You’re looking for your dream home. After months of searching, you find one you love. But there’s a catch. You notice a black spot on the wall. Or, you notice a musty, damp odor. Or, you see water damage. Or even worse, an inspector finds a full-blown mold problem during an inspection. What do you do? Can you sell this home when you know it has mold in it? What is mold? Finding mold in a...
When David Barnard moved into his brand-new home, he began having health issues. The culprit: mold. In a recent podcast interview David Barnard opened up about his “mold story.” David moved into a brand new, custom built home in 2011. This is the dream for so many people – But it was not as perfect as it seemed. Shortly after he moved in, Barnard started having health issues. He dealt with allergies and other health issues for years....
Spring is on the horizon. And while most of us are excited for warmer weather, longer days, shorter nights and the riddance of snow, melting snow can be a catalyst for mold growth. If you live in an area that got a lot of snow this year and are experiencing allergy symptoms, or notice a musty, damp odor, mold may be the culprit. Why is Mold Harmful? Mold produces millions of airborne spores that cause symptoms like runny nose, itchy,...
Discover our full line of mold air purifiers with true HEPA filters.
Business Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 Am To 5:00 Pm Eastern Standard Time