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Camilla Sharman

Think you don’t have mold in your home? This new research reveals you could be wrong

Mold around window.

Mold has a sneaky way of creeping into every home, and however much you try to prevent mold from taking over, it always seems to win the battle. But mold is more than just unsightly black marks — it’s a danger to your health, causing allergic reactions and respiratory problems.

What’s more, the alarming news is that your home contains more mold than you realize. According to a new survey, published by Talker Research, conducted on behalf of Rainbow Restoration, the 2,000 respondents estimated on average that 37% of homes contain mold. In reality, the figure is far higher and stands at 47%, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

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