Microbiologist @community 145 Reputation Active 9 months, 3 weeks ago Activity Profile Q&A Friends Groups Questions Answers Reputations Posted an answer How to clean moldChlorine bleach can kill or control most types of molds including viruses, bacteria, and algae. However, use of bleach has to be used with care. If misapplied, it can be harmful or even lethal. A bleach... January 9, 2023 5 Posted an answer Is mold naturally everywhere?It is true that mold spores are almost everywhere. Our clothes can also carry mold spores. For example in summer, the outdoor air contains enormous amounts of spores. These spores can be trapped within... December 28, 2022 5 Posted an answer Our Windows have Black Mold All AroundYou don't have to buy new windows unless the ones you have are already damaged. Mold growth around the windows is in most cases due to chronic condensation. Therefore, the first thing you need to find... June 21, 2022 5 Posted an answer How Much Does an Air Inspection Usually Cost?Air inspection prices can vary a lot. I would suggest you call local qualified contractors and ask them for quotes. The best approach is perhaps to find a professional who can assess the moisture problem... May 31, 2022 5 Asked a question How Much Does an Air Inspection Usually Cost?I have mold problems in two closets in my home and in a couple of corners in the house. I also get a lot of moisture build up at the bottom of my windows that has also caused some mold. At the beginning... May 31, 2022 2 Posted an answer Will any of these methods work?While there are a number of chemicals that can kill mold, use of chemicals is generally not recommended in mold remediation. You can learn more at https://www.moldbacteria.com/mold/why-are-biocides-not-recommended-mould-remediation.html... May 24, 2022 5 Received an upvote April 22, 2022 10 Posted an answer Spore countsUnfortunately there are no published standards for acceptable or unacceptable levels of airborne spore concentration. April 22, 2022 5 Posted an answer Our Windows have Black Mold All AroundIt’s common to find mold on a windowsills. Mold growth on windowsills is an indication of chronic condensation and/or window leaks. Therefore, the best way to prevent mold growth on windowsills is first... March 16, 2022 5 Asked a question Our Windows have Black Mold All AroundI am a married woman with 2 young children living in our home. I've noticed that a lot of our windows that we purchased 3 years ago(resale) have black mold all around. Due to limited finances, we are unable... March 16, 2022 2 Posted an answer Aspergillus versicolorWe believe Aspergillus versicolor mould can be killed by steam/hot water sterilisation between 121-124oC. Steam sterilisation involves four parameters: steam, pressure, temperature, and time. The ideal... March 14, 2022 5 Asked a question Aspergillus versicolorCan Aspergillus versicolor mould be killed by steam/hot water sterilisation between 121-124oC? March 14, 2022 2 Asked a question High Allergy Sensitivity to Stemphylium botryosumMy son was diagnosed with having a high allergy sensitivity to Stemphylium botryosum. What are the symptoms of this allergy? At this one house we go to a lot, he always breaks out with hive like rashes... March 13, 2022 2 Posted an answer Mold Formed and Contaminated My Entire HomeIf the clothes were wet and they have been in plastic bags for a year, it is possible they are already damaged. Find if you can find a lab that can test/assess for fiber damage by microorganisms. Hope... March 13, 2022 5 Asked a question Mold Formed and Contaminated My Entire HomeI had water damage. Clothing sat wet and mold formed and contaminated my entire home. My insurance company paid for replacing everything but clothing. They took clothing off the premises and its been sitting... March 13, 2022 2 Posted an answer I Had Water Damages a Couple of Years AgoIf you had water damage, and the water was not dried properly within 48 hours, it's possible that you have mold. Although you say the water damage happened a couple of years ago, the presence of the smell... March 13, 2022 5 Asked a question I Had Water Damages a Couple of Years AgoI had water damages a couple of years ago and now there is a stench (mildew smell) in my garage. The ceiling and wall paper puckers (bubbles) as well. Could this be mold? March 13, 2022 2 Asked a question Black Spots on Vinyl SidingWe have black spots on our vinyl siding. We have been told it is probably a fungus from previous vines that have grown on the house, or also from mulch around the house. Is there a way to tell if this... March 13, 2022 2 Posted an answer Mold Toxin ExposureWe're sorry to hear what you and your babies are going through. As for the medical tests that can be done, I would suggest you seek help from medical doctors as they may know the specialists to refer your... March 12, 2022 5 Asked a question Mold Toxin ExposureMe and my babies have been exposed, I believe 99% chance that I'm correct to Mold Toxin Exposure for approximately 5 years. I have all the severe serious level symptoms, plus have been exposed to carbon... March 12, 2022 2 Load More