{"id":4676,"date":"2021-03-15T15:24:44","date_gmt":"2021-03-15T13:24:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/?p=4676"},"modified":"2025-12-06T13:05:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T11:05:18","slug":"moulds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/moulds\/","title":{"rendered":"Mould and its dangers &#8211; not to be ignored"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mould is a particularly unpleasant word. No householder wants to hear or even think about the possibility of mould on their property. Mould has an unpleasant damp smell, is unsightly and difficult to get rid of, but that&#8217;s not the only unpleasantness caused by mould. Let&#8217;s discuss these obvious disadvantages of mould in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#pelesiai-kenkia-jusu-namams\">Mould damages your home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#pelesis-yra-nepastebimas-daugelio-ligu-sukelejas\">Mould is an overlooked cause of many diseases<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#ar-pelesiai-maiste-taip-pat-yra-pavojingi\">Is mould in food also dangerous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#zenklai-isduodantys-pelesiu-atsiradima-namuose\">Signs of mould in the home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#salygos-augti-pelesiams\">Conditions for mould growth<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#pelesio-naikinimas-kada-galima-patiems-kada-kviesti-specialistus\">Mould control &#8211; when can you do it yourself, when should you call in the professionals?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pelesiai-kenkia-jusu-namams\">Mould damages your home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By the time the mould has grown to the point where it can be noticed &#8211; by smell and by the naked eye &#8211; the problem is usually much bigger and more persistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/en\/humidity-at-home\/\">Mould is most often caused by moisture-related problems in the home<\/a>, such as leaking roofs, dripping plumbing, flooding or waterlogging, <a href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/how-to-eliminate-humidity-in-the-basement\/\">leaking foundations and constantly damp basements<\/a>, condensation on windows and lack of ventilation. Bathrooms and kitchens, as well as small bedrooms, have the highest levels of moisture and are the most likely to develop mould.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever the cause, mould should not be ignored. It is not the type of problem that, if ignored, will simply go away. On the contrary, mould will only spread further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Andrei310_Getty.jpg\" alt=\"mold at home\" class=\"wp-image-2140\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strukturine-zala\">Structural damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mould spreads through walls and insulation materials. They destroy the materials they &#8220;live&#8221; on. If no action is taken, mould, which was only a small localised problem, can spread to the whole house and mould remediation will be a complex, expensive and lengthy process. Over time, mould can seriously damage the structural integrity of your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nemalonus-kvapai\">Unpleasant odours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mould growth often causes unpleasant odours that can be difficult to remove. These odours can permeate the home and make it an unpleasant living environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"estetine-zala\">Aesthetic damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mould can discolour and stain surfaces such as walls, ceilings and fabrics. These stains can be difficult to remove, and in severe cases may require repainting or replacement of damaged materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sumazejusi-turto-verte\">Impairment of assets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The resale value of a house with mould problems may be lower. Potential buyers are often wary of a house with a known mould problem, which can make it difficult to sell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-cta-v2\">\n<div>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-heading-v2\">Forget mould damage for good!<\/span>\n<div class=\"blog-cta-text-wrapper\">\n<span class=\"blog-cta-text-v2\">Eradicating deep mould<\/span>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-text-v2\">We work with all objects<\/span>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-text-v2\">Tackling complex causes<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/contact\/\">Free consultation <svg width=\"7\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 7 12\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M4.60078 6.00078L0.700781 2.10078C0.517448 1.91745 0.425781 1.68411 0.425781 1.40078C0.425781 1.11745 0.517448 0.884115 0.700781 0.700781C0.884115 0.517448 1.11745 0.425781 1.40078 0.425781C1.68411 0.425781 1.91745 0.517448 2.10078 0.700781L6.70078 5.30078C6.80078 5.40078 6.87161 5.50911 6.91328 5.62578C6.95495 5.74245 6.97578 5.86745 6.97578 6.00078C6.97578 6.13411 6.95495 6.25911 6.91328 6.37578C6.87161 6.49245 6.80078 6.60078 6.70078 6.70078L2.10078 11.3008C1.91745 11.4841 1.68411 11.5758 1.40078 11.5758C1.11745 11.5758 0.884115 11.4841 0.700781 11.3008C0.517448 11.1174 0.425781 10.8841 0.425781 10.6008C0.425781 10.3174 0.517448 10.0841 0.700781 9.90078L4.60078 6.00078Z\" fill=\"#186FAF\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"padidejusios-prieziuros-islaidos\">Increased maintenance costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Solving problems caused by mould can be expensive. Remediation, repairs and preventive measures, such as more optimal ventilation and humidity control, require financial investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"teisiniai-ir-draudimo-klausimai\">Legal and insurance issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some insurance policies may not cover mould damage, or may have limitations on coverage. If mould causes property damage or health problems for residents, it can lead to legal disputes and liability problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/shutterstock_360882158-889x667-889x580-1.jpg\" alt=\"mold on the wall\" class=\"wp-image-2139\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pelesis-yra-nepastebimas-daugelio-ligu-sukelejas\">Mould is an overlooked cause of many diseases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the National Centre for Public Health, &#8220;moulds are best known for their allergenic properties, which are shared by around 300 mould species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The number of people suffering from <a href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/alergija-pelesiui\/\">mould allergy<\/a> is increasing every year, most often in the form of allergic rhinitis or bronchial asthma.<\/strong> In addition, <a href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/damage-to-the-body-from-mould\/\">mould can cause respiratory inflammation, eye or skin irritation, headaches or damage to the digestive system<\/a> if eaten with food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pelesiai-ir-kvepavimo-taku-problemos\">Mould and respiratory problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a large body of scientific research and convincing evidence that exposure to indoor mould is linked to upper respiratory problems. Researchers continue to study the effects of mould, especially on children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some researchers are beginning to suggest that asthma and other respiratory diseases in some children may be related to exposure to indoor mould.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are thousands of mould species worldwide, and there are reports that there may be over 100,000 mould species.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So you can expect anything from mould. Scientists may need more research to link specific health conditions to mould or mould species. But when it comes to health, why take the risk of testing on yourself &#8211; <a href=\"\/en\/\">better to get on with the job of eradicating mould straight away.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/black-mold-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom wall mold\" class=\"wp-image-2141\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ar-pelesiai-maiste-taip-pat-yra-pavojingi\">Is mould in food also dangerous?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As already mentioned, there are many types of mould. <strong>There are also so-called &#8220;good moulds&#8221;, which are used in food production.<\/strong> The most common uses are in the ageing of mouldy cheese and in the production of cured sausages (these sausages are covered with a velvety white mouldy shell).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moulds specifically for food production give a more pronounced flavour and aroma to food products and facilitate the preservation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This specialised mould should not be confused with the greenish, yellowish mould that appears on an old slice of bread or on an overripe tomato. The latter are poisonous and should not be eaten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Similarly, produce affected by mould should be discarded,<\/strong> no matter how little of it may appear to be affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/whole-truckle-of-stilton-cheese-viewed-from-above-5bc0ad1009717.jpg\" alt=\"blue cheese\" class=\"wp-image-2142\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"zenklai-isduodantys-pelesiu-atsiradima-namuose\">Signs of mould in the home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mould can hide in many places in your home: in the attic, under the carpet, between walls, on the ceiling, between tiles, etc. Indoor mould can be insidious, so knowing the signs of mould in your home will help you identify it and take preventive measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>One of the first indicators that your home may have mould is likely to be a stuffy, earthy smell in your home.<\/strong> The feeling that the house hasn&#8217;t been ventilated for weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially noticeable when you enter the room from the outside, as the contrast is stark. You may not be able to identify where the smell is coming from, but you can tell for sure that there is a source somewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In some cases, you can visually identify mould, usually in the form of stains, which may be different shades.<\/strong> These stains can appear on walls, worktops and other surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, when you see or smell mould, it is already a risk to you and your home. But in reality, what you can see or smell is probably just the tip of the iceberg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/22043600248_5ac296420e_b.jpg\" alt=\"mold at home\" class=\"wp-image-2143\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pelesiai-yra-neisrankus-gali-atsirasti-bet-kuriame-name\">Mould is indiscriminate &#8211; it can occur in any house<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you watched Navalny&#8217;s famous video about the so-called Presidential Palace, you must have seen the part about the palace being constantly rebuilt and repaired. Do you remember the reason?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s right &#8211; because <a href=\"\/en\/mould-fungi-damage-to-health-and-body\/\">mould fungi<\/a> have grown in the house. And this happened in a house (or rather palace) that was built at a cost of millions of euros. And who can forget these lines from Maironis&#8217;s poem, &#8220;High up, covered with mould and lichen \/ Trakai is a glorious castle!&#8221;? So whether it&#8217;s a castle, a palace or just a shanty, mould can appear anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"salygos-augti-pelesiams\">Conditions for mould growth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The prerequisite for mould growth is humidity.<\/strong> Therefore, in order to take preventive action, you should regularly check your home for moisture-related problems. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A narrow, dripping roof,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leaky foundations and a constantly damp basement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dripping plumbing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poorly ventilated bathroom and kitchen,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/mold-on-windows-heres-why-it-happens-and-how-to-keep-it-away\/\">Condensation on windows<\/a> in rooms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common situations where mould develops quite quickly is when windows are replaced with plastic. The old windows were leaky and had micro-ventilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you change to sealed windows without additional ventilation, it is not long before the overall humidity increases<\/strong> (we breathe in and out, and then there is cooking or showering), which is why mould appears. This is why, in centralised renovation projects, the replacement of windows goes hand in hand with the installation of heat recovery (or its alternative).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solving the problem of excess moisture also prevents the development or spread of mould. But if <a href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/mould-in-the-home-how-to-eradicate-it\/\">mould does appear indoors<\/a>, don&#8217;t ignore it, take action! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/BAC0D9D5-1E51-4036-BB5ED9C225BE303B_source.jpg\" alt=\"mold indoors\" class=\"wp-image-2144\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pelesio-naikinimas-kada-galima-patiems-kada-kviesti-specialistus\">Mould control &#8211; when can you do it yourself, when should you call in the professionals?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nowadays, there is a wide range of products that can help stop the spread of mould and destroy it. However, this is only possible if action is taken immediately and if the mould has not yet spread widely throughout the house. If there is a lot of mould, it is better not to experiment and to leave the eradication to the professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You should also call in specialists if you try to eradicate the mould and find that it has not stopped it,<\/strong> which means that your methods are ineffective, or that you are dealing with a more resistant type of mould.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kaip-nustatyti-ar-laikas-kviestis-specialistus\">How do I know if it&#8217;s time to call in the specialists?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One way to understand whether mould is widespread in your home is to assess the visible area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mould damage of less than 1 square metre <a href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/folk-remedies-against-mould\/\">can be cleaned with conventional mould removers.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mould damage between 1 sqm and 3 sqm &#8211; clean with mould-intensive products or call in specialists.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The area affected by mould is greater than 3 square metres &#8211; <a href=\"\/en\/\">call in specialists to eradicate mould.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If detected in time, action can be taken to eradicate mould. However, it is also necessary to assess why it has occurred and how to prevent it from occurring in the future. As we have already mentioned, the most common cause is excess moisture, so find the source of the moisture and assess what you can do about additional ventilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Either way, don&#8217;t ignore it &#8211; mould is a threat to your home and your health.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-cta\">\n<div>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-heading\">Forget mould damage for good!<\/span>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-text\">Eradicating deep mould<\/span>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-text\">We work with all objects<\/span>\n<span class=\"blog-cta-text\">Tackling complex causes<\/span>\n<a class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/bepelesio.lt\/en\/contact\/\">Free consultation <svg width=\"7\" height=\"12\" viewBox=\"0 0 7 12\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M4.60078 6.00078L0.700781 2.10078C0.517448 1.91745 0.425781 1.68411 0.425781 1.40078C0.425781 1.11745 0.517448 0.884115 0.700781 0.700781C0.884115 0.517448 1.11745 0.425781 1.40078 0.425781C1.68411 0.425781 1.91745 0.517448 2.10078 0.700781L6.70078 5.30078C6.80078 5.40078 6.87161 5.50911 6.91328 5.62578C6.95495 5.74245 6.97578 5.86745 6.97578 6.00078C6.97578 6.13411 6.95495 6.25911 6.91328 6.37578C6.87161 6.49245 6.80078 6.60078 6.70078 6.70078L2.10078 11.3008C1.91745 11.4841 1.68411 11.5758 1.40078 11.5758C1.11745 11.5758 0.884115 11.4841 0.700781 11.3008C0.517448 11.1174 0.425781 10.8841 0.425781 10.6008C0.425781 10.3174 0.517448 10.0841 0.700781 9.90078L4.60078 6.00078Z\" fill=\"#186FAF\"\/><\/svg><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/pamirskite-pelesio-keliama-zala.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mould is a particularly unpleasant word. No householder wants to hear or even think about the possibility of mould on their property. Mould has an unpleasant damp smell, is unsightly and difficult to get rid of, but that&#8217;s not the only unpleasantness caused by mould. Let&#8217;s discuss these obvious disadvantages of mould in more detail. 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