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How Does Mold Affect the Lungs?
How Does Mold Affect the Lungs?
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How Does Mold Affect the Lungs?

Exposure to mold can affect your lungs and cause significant health problems including respiratory problems, acute pain in the lungs, tingling skin, and many more.

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June 03, 2026
How Does Mold Affect the Lungs?

Exposure to mold can affect your lungs and cause significant health problems including respiratory problems, acute pain in the lungs, tingling skin, and many more. When you inhale mold spores, they will accumulate in your lungs and prompt your body’s defense mechanism to fight off invading substances from your lungs. The body produces immune cells and chemicals which cause your airways to tighten up, leading to shortness of breath. In an effort to expel foreign substances from your body, your respiratory system may produce more mucus to get the spores out of your lungs. However, mold spores have unique properties that counteract the body’s defenses, causing allergic reactions and infections.

Long-term exposure to a type of mold known as aspergillus can lead to the formation of a ball in your lungs, which may lead to tissue damage and cavities in the lungs. Some of the people who are at a higher risk of the symptoms of mold exposure include older people, infants, children, people with asthma, and people with weakened immune systems.

Signs Your Home May Have a Mold Problem

  • Unaddressed water damage
  • Unattended water leaks are a sure sign of moisture on your property which will inevitably lead to mold.
  • Warped walls or chipping paint
  • Strange odors in your home
  • Condensation on doors and windows—this is a sign of moisture which may present a breeding ground for mold
  • Fungus on porous materials like upholstered furniture and foam
  • Health symptoms such as stuffy nose, wheezing, itchy eyes, itchy skin, coughing, shortness of breath, worsening of asthma symptoms, and many more.
  • Visible signs of mold growth

If you notice any of these signs in your home or business, be sure to look for a dependable mold remediation service to bring the condition under control efficiently and quickly. It’s also advisable to seek medical help if you experience serious respiratory problems.

How Can Mold Problems Be Fixed

The first step to getting rid of mold is eliminating the water problem that is creating a damp environment in your home. If the water problem is coming from water leaks or leaking appliances, you may need to call a nearby plumber to make plumbing repairs. If the source of the mold is water damage, you’ll need to call a water damage company as soon as the problem is identified. The longer you leave the problem unaddressed, the more damage you’ll deal with in the long run.

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Cassandra Abdus-Salaam

Alpharetta, GA

Hi. I don’t know where to start. John and Tidal wave his company were and still are a blessing from my Lord. One morning in January of this year I went down stairs and stepped in a puddle of water it was flooded. I also passed out. This was the second one in less than a year. I stood there for a minute and just cried. All I could think of was my insurance company may not take care of it a second time even if it was for a different leak. The last claim they paid out $23,000 for…

John Ayer

Atlanta, GA

John Mayer, Principal of Tidal Wave Response, and his project management team, lead by Colin Galubinski, has completed the restoration of my home in record time. The work included, but was not limited to the following: 1) Professional water leak detection 2) Professional plumbing that removed the concrete slab and backfill material, found and repaired the PEX cold water pipe 3) Backfilled and placed concrete to finish grade 4) Packed the furniture to storage. Restored the furniture without incident nor damage. 5) Dehumidified and removed the damaged carpet and hardwoods. 6) Cleaned the concrete surface and installed the new hardwoods.…

Spenser Hewett

Brookhaven, GA

I have worked in sales and also have experience in launching my own business. It is rare that you find a company that genuinely has your best interest in mind. Not only was John helpful outside of his business’ expertise, but he sent Chris to do a *free* evaluation of our water damage. John and Chris were both genuine and personable. They cared about what our situation was and they weren’t looking to get any sort of “fee” for their time. These are the kind of people you trust to handle big, catastrophic water damage to. I have previously had…

James B

Chamblee, GA

While others might categorize John as a fast talker, but on the other hand. I saw a man that's passionate about his business and willing to help others elevate their present situation. In early December 2022, our laundry room floor and wall got water damaged due to leakage from the hotline pipe, and other rooms got impacted due to water spreading. So, I reached out to John and he assured me they'll do everything within their power to get our house done before Christmas day. Boy was he right! John and the tidalwave response team were professional, helpful and got…

Anne Berman

Cumming, GA

We did not plan to renovate our terrace level but when the hot water heater leaked and flooded the entire area, Tidal Wave was recommended to us by the plumber who installed the new hot water heater. John, the owner was at our house the same evening and mitigation started early the next morning. The crew professionally removed wet drywall, flooring, and baseboard. Fans and dehumidifiers ran for several days and then the fun began. With Colin's help we were able to choose updated flooring, repaint a color of our choice, and new trim was installed. Everything was completed professionally.…

Hunter smith

Decatur, GA

Wow incredible company! I had a water damage that destroyed my entire main level. John and his team are very quick and efficient. When I was looking on google, tidal wave response was the only water restoration company with a 5 star review. Highly recommended using tidal wave response!!

Meme Dupree

Doraville, GA

I had a flood in my downstairs living room. It was devastating. John with Tidal wave was very professional. He had his team show up immediately to get the job done. Great work Tidal Wave. I'm definitely going to refer you to others.

pam kunc

Duluth, GA

Thank Goodness !!! Johnny on the spot! We had a pipe ruptured in the ceiling and we were looking for a 5 Star Rated Water Restoration company . Johnny came out with a Thermal Camera and found the pipe spraying behind the wall. I wish I would have called him sooner . My wood floors were so damaged by the water, they all will need to be replaced. We highly recommended Johnny with Tidal Wave. Very knowledgeable and even helped us start a claim with our insurance ..

Randy Fann

Dunwoody, GA

Had a shaky start with this particular project but I must say the owner took charge and corrected all the remaining issues. I will say that this particular job was the absolute worst I have taken on in 45 yrs. My hat is off to Mike and his crew and Allan was superb in making sure everything was done correctly. Thank you for your follow-up on this project guys. And Allan thank you especially for your thoroughness in making sure it was completed correctly.

Kadeja Edwards

Johns Creek, GA

Unfortunately, my water heater was old, cracked, and leaking water onto the supported area in my garage. I needed to replace the water heater with a new one, but the plumber told me that in order to meet the city code, I would have to handle the water damage first. I called out tidal wave (who I’ve worked with before), and they came out the very next day to cut out the affected area and treat for mold. This is my second issue with water in my house and tidal wave has taken care of both issues. They are fast,…

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Suffered Water Damage in Your Property or Have a Mold Problem? Call Tidal Wave Response for Assistance

If you’ve suffered water damage, fire damage, or sewage backup in your property and searching for a dependable water damage company to help you restore your property to its pre-loss condition, look no further than Tidal Wave Response.

Tidal Wave Response is a reliable water damage restoration company that you can count on for water, mold, fire, smoke, and soot damage restoration services. Our restoration team is equipped with top-of-the-line water extraction and mold removal equipment to restore your property to its pre-loss state.

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