01. Alternaria Mold

You can typically find this mold in showers, bathtubs, and below sinks. It often signifies water damage, and it spreads quickly. Has a velvety texture with dark green or brown hairs.

Risks: Symptoms of asthma

02. Chaetomium Mold

Normally in buildings that are very water-damaged, specifically your roof, basement, pipes, and drywall. Watch out for a musty smell. This cotton-like textured mold usually begins as white in color, and eventually darkens with time, from gray to brown to black.

Risks: Skin and nail infections

03. Cladosporium Mold

Found frequently in carpet, fabrics, upholsteries, wood floors, and cabinets. AerIndustries describes this type of mold as an olive-green or brown colored mold with a suede-like texture.

Risks: Respiratory and breathing issues

04. Mucor Mold

Normally found near leaky windows and doors where there’s moisture from condensation. White or gray in color, grows in thick patches quickly.

Risks: Asthma and/or flu-like symptoms.