Mould Surveying, Analysis, Remediation
How Do Household Moulds Cause Health Problems?
Not all household moulds cause health problems. However, some mould spores contain allergens, and irritants and produce toxins which can cause health problems, especially when ingested or inhaled deep into the respiratory tract.
How does it affect your health?
Moulds produce allergens (substances that can cause an allergic reaction), irritants and, sometimes, toxic substances.
Inhaling or touching mould spores may cause an allergic reaction, such as sneezing, a runny nose, red eyes and skin rash. Moulds can also cause asthma attacks.
Causes of damp and mould
Mould and damp are caused by excess moisture. Moisture in buildings can be caused by leaking pipes, rising damp in basements or ground floors, or rain seeping in because of damage to the roof or around window frames. LE Group provide a comprehensive building mould survey & service using the latest in diagnostic technology and investigative methods. We conduct a non- destructive investigation of the property to identify potential sources of water penetration and condensation in the building. Our mould inspection, mould testing and sampling protocols are based on established investigation methodologies, government issued guidance documents and international ISO and ASTM standards. ASTM International, formerly known as American Society for Testing and Materials, is an international standards organization that develops and publishes voluntary consensus technical standards for a wide range of materials, products, systems, and services. Our expert technicians will take number of samples and then perform a series of diagnostic tests to determine whether your building poses a potential health hazard due to mould. The mould inspection involves detailed inspection of the building and its surroundings, history of water penetration or flooding, consultation with occupants, making non-intrusive surface measurements and gathering surface samples and monitoring your indoor air quality. Our team will provide you with reliable information about the indoor air quality in your building, the magnitude of air contamination by airborne moulds, clearly identified root causes of the problem and suggest most appropriate remedial measures. Although we may assist you with the treatment of the existing contamination our company does not engage in building work, damp proofing or
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