Mold Problems Cause Headaches for Many Who Use Older Buildings

Many older buildings, including some area schools, may face problems with mold growths.

Just as aging infrastructure poses problems for the nation, aging structures and abandoned properties can present numerous challenges for people. The U.S. military has encountered issues with mold growths on some of its older bases, and the staffs and students at many older schools, here in South Florida and across the country, have run into problems from mold, asbestos and other contaminants. Developers with hopes of developing long-vacant pieces of land should consider hiring environmental remediation companies prior to beginning construction to eliminate hazards from numerous harmful substances that may lurk in buildings, soil and water on site. Property managers of older apartment buildings, condos and commercial buildings in the West Palm Beach area may need the services of mold remediation west palm beach firms to address mold problems arising from roof leaks, leaky plumbing, burst pipes, flooding and other causes. Administrators of many schools across the area have also faced problems with mold.

Like other contaminants, mold in South Florida buildings can cause numerous health problems, especially for people who have long-term exposure. Mold exposure can lead to rashes, headaches, coughing and other respiratory problems. Lead in older properties, such as in lead pipes or lead paint, can cause problems for numerous organ systems as well as developmental problems for children. Other contaminants like asbestos and mercury can severely sicken people. Many mold removal palm beach firms also offer environmental remediation south florida services, in which they inspect properties and job sites, testing for harmful materials and elements in the soil, air and water to determine whether preventative action should be taken to alleviate the risks that such substances may pose. Some sites may contain radioactive substances or other toxic elements that could harm construction workers working on site to develop these properties or the future occupants.

Mold and other environmental hazards in buildings and job sites can force closures of residential facilities and commercial sites, causing disruptions and major inconveniences for everyone involved.