Has Water Damage Caused Toxic Mold?
When a construction project causes water damage, that is a serious problem that can affect the structure of your home. If the water intrusion causes toxic mold to form in your home, that can threaten your family's health.
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Water damage can weaken the structure of your home, but the biggest danger may be the formation of toxic mold. If a construction project has caused water damage, be aware of how important it is to hold the contractor accountable for repairing the cause of the leak as well as the damage it caused.
The construction attorneys at the Law Offices of Edward C. Ip & Associates can explain what causes water damage and black mold. We represent homeowners in Los Angeles County and Orange County.
Toxic mold is dangerous and can cause serious health problems.
Stachybotrys chartarum (atra), a greenish-black fungus, grows quickly in high-cellulose material used in building products — fiber board or gypsum board, for example. It also grows in wet or moist ceiling tiles, insulation, wallpaper, wood, sheet rock and other building materials.
If the material is damp from water damage, it can become a prime growth environment for toxic mold. As the black mold releases toxins in the air, the health damages can be serious, including bronchitis and bleeding in the lungs of infants and those with weak immune systems.
Act quickly if you suspect you have toxic mold.
The mold must be cleaned up by people who specialize in toxic mold cleanup. The area must be isolated and washed with bleach. The original cause — water damage — must also be remedied. The cost of cleanup and repair is the responsibility of the contractor who caused the problem. Contact a construction defects lawyer who can stand up for your rights and your family's health.
Water damage and toxic mold are potentially hazardous problems that can be traced back to construction defects. It is important to have an attorney who understands construction and how it should be done. Contact us for an appointment. We offer a reduced rate for the first hour-long consultation. We represent clients in Orange County and Los Angeles County, California.
