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Molds produce tiny spores to reproduce, just as some plants produce seeds. These mold spores can be found in both indoor and outdoor air, and settled on indoor and outdoor surfaces. When mold spores land on a damp spot, they may begin growing and digesting whatever they are growing on in order to survive. Since molds gradually destroy the things they grow on, you can prevent damage to building materials and furnishings and save money by eliminating mold growth.


Moisture control is the key to mold control. Molds need both food and water to survive; since molds can digest most things, water is the factor that limits mold growth. Molds will often grow in damp or wet areas indoors. Common sites for indoor mold growth include bathroom tile, basement walls, areas around windows where moisture condenses, and near leaky water fountains or sinks. Common sources or causes of water or moisture problems include roof leaks, deferred maintenance, condensation associated with high humidity or 

cold spots in the building, localized flooding due to plumbing failures or heavy rains, slow leaks in plumbing fixtures, and malfunction or poor design of humidification systems. Uncontrolled humidity can also be a source of moisture leading to mold growth, particularly in hot, humid climates ( EPA 2014).

Below are some of the more common and not so common symptoms of toxic mold:

  • muscle pain, cramps, burning, unusual shooting (ice pick-like) pains
  • headaches
  • fatigue, weakness, flu-like symptoms, fever, chills
  • shortness of breath, cough
  • abdominal pain, diarrhea
  • chronic sinusitis, sore throat
  • burning eyes, red eyes, sensitivity to light
  • difficulty with thought processes, memory loss, loss of concentration, confusion, disorientation, “brain fog”
  • dizziness, balance problems
  • metallic taste in mouth
  • numbness and tingling
  • night sweats
  • temperature regulation problems
  • excessive thirst and urination
  • rash
  • excessive menstrual bleeding
  • mylar flush (face flushing)
  • chest pains
  • IgA nephropathy (kidney disease)
  • Increased infections
  • The sensation that you are going to pass out
  • Panic attacks
  • Tremors
  • Attention deficit disorder
  • Vision problems
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Anxiety, depression
  • Difficulty losing weight (in detoxifier types)
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Hearing loss
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Multiple chemical sensitivity (stachybotrys and chaetomium)
  • Nose bleeds and pulmonary hemorrhaging (stachybotrys)
  • Bruising, hives
  • Infertility, miscarriage
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Multiple sclerosis like symptoms
  • Dirt like taste in mouth
  • Cancer
  • Hair loss
  • Joint pains
  • Irregular heart beat
  • Heart attack
  • Seizure
  • Muscle twitching
  • Anaphylaxis on re-exposure to toxic molds
  • Air hunger, can’t get a deep breath
  • Child development delays
  • Lateness
  • Apathy
  • Difficulty handling any kind of stress
  • Mood swings, irritability
  • Frequent upper respiratory infections
  • Sensitivity to sound
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • New food allergies
  • Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
  • Poor insight into illness
  • Stomach ulcers

Relion Environmental is EPA certified in mold testing and remediation. With nearly 40 years in the construction industry, you can rely on Relion to locate the source of the mold and to recommend the best and most affordable solutions when the problem calls for more than just cleaning. We can also recommend other EPA certified contractors to perform the work should you choose to only use our testing services. If you're experiencing unexplained health issues or damage to your home, don't delay another day! call us at 1-877-878-8057

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