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Internal Mould in Dwellings This page is under construction - to be completed in future
As the weather cools in Autumn I receive a large number of calls relating to mould within dwellings, the occupants of the dwellings are commonly very concerned for the health of themselves and their families. Mould is a significant problem when observed within human habitat as numerous strains of mould are toxic to humans, some moulds are beneficial and form the basis for numerous antibiotics however without the benefit of a mould survey with laboratory support identifying the type of mould, we are unable to know which mould strains are toxic and which are not, in addition, science has little knowledge at what level of exposure a beneficial mould becomes toxic to humans, hence I have come to the opinion that all mould growth within a building is to be considered toxic as a general rule of thumb and that the exposure to mould should be minimised to prevent sensitivities and/or respiratory problems arising in humans. I am not a toxicologist, rather just a building and pest inspector that has a particular interest in mould and fungal growth in relation to buildings and properties. I am currently of the opinion that it is critical to establish where the conditions for mould exist or are likely to exist and to carry out measures that will reduce these conditions. Internal ventilation of compartments within buildings is commonly the problem however multiple additional influences also need to be considered. Mould needs higher than normal moisture levels to establish and reproduce, areas where condensation occurs often are the areas where mould growth will establish and thrive.
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Stephen Koelewyn - NSW Builders Licence 45109c - Building Consultant Licence BC213 - Pest Control Licence 2025Home
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