Unmaintained
= unhealthy facade
Disputes from the facade
can reach inside your home
Find out what causes a dirty facade
Respiratory problems
Inhaling mold spores can cause asthma, chronic coughing, and respiratory tract irritation.
Allergic reactions
Contact with mold often leads to allergic reactions such as itchy eyes, runny nose, and skin rashes.
Weakened immunity
Long-term exposure to mold weakens the immune system and increases susceptibility to infections.
Harmful effects
Fungal toxins can cause headaches and concentration problems.
After numerous inquiries from our customers, we had laboratory swabs taken from several houses, which showed why it is so important to take care of the facade of a house. It was found that, in addition to the aesthetic and functional degradation of the facade, the house is also attacked by biological agents.
Samples were taken in the spring and the concentration of biological agents in the facade abrasion was assessed. High concentrations of mold, yeast, and algae were found in the analyzed facade samples.
"The results of the local investigation and tests carried out on site and in the laboratory of Výzkumný ústav stavebních hmot, a.s. (Research Institute of Building Materials) and the ATElab laboratory confirm the infestation of the facade of the apartment building by biological agents."
In all four samples, the standard value for the number of molds and yeasts was exceeded many times over.
Health consequences of mold exposure
Mold on building facades releases spores into the air, which are then carried indoors by ventilation systems. These microscopic particles settle in the respiratory tract and can cause allergies, asthma, rhinitis, and other health problems, especially in children and the elderly. Some molds also produce mycotoxins and volatile substances that cause eye irritation, headaches, or increased morbidity.
Health risks depend on the type of mold, the amount of spores, the duration of exposure, and the person's health. People with weakened immune systems, the sick, children, and the elderly are most at risk.
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Don't neglect the care of your facade
Microorganisms reach the surface of facades from the air. Under suitable conditions, they multiply on facades and form visible colored coatings, known as biofilms. Microparticles of organic matter carried by dust in the air and later also parts of the insulation system serve as nutrients for biofilm growth. The extent of facade infestation is influenced by the facade material, the biocides used, the design of problematic building details, the location of the building in terms of sunlight exposure, the location of surrounding operations, the proximity of greenery, and other factors.
Biofilm on the facade develops gradually, with various types of bacteria first taking hold, followed by algae. After the algae appear, microscopic filamentous fungi-molds appear, followed later by mosses and lichens.
The occurrence of mold and other agents can be prevented by regular maintenance of the facade. It is in the interest of all residents of apartment buildings to have the facade inspected and thoroughly cleaned. This is not only a matter of the facade losing its functional properties due to infestation, but also a matter of health.
Facades in cities are particularly at risk of pollution due to smog.
Insulated houses in particular contribute to the formation of microorganisms on plaster.
Algae and mold cause cracks in the plaster, which grow larger over time.
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