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    Mold Sensitivity vs. Mold Allergy: Understanding the Difference for Your Central Texas Home

    This article explains the critical difference between mold sensitivity, a chronic inflammatory reaction to mold toxins causing systemic symptoms like fatigue and brain fog, and a mold allergy, which is an immediate, classic allergic response involving IgE antibodies and symptoms like sneezing and wheezing.

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    When Mold Turns Toxic: Why Symptoms Can Appear Years Later

    The article compares your immune system to a "glass table" that accumulates weight from various life stressors like poor diet, lack of sleep, other toxins, and the mold itself. For a long time, the table holds, but once the cumulative burden becomes too much—often triggered by a new stressor like a worsened leak or another illness—the "table shatters." This "breaking point" explains the sudden appearance of chronic issues like fatigue, brain fog, and respiratory problems.

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    Warning Signs of Mold in Your HVAC System (And What to Do About It)

    This article details the key warning signs of mold in an HVAC system—including musty smells, visible growth, allergy symptoms, and moisture issues—and advises Central Texas homeowners on what to do if they suspect a problem.

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    Why Your HVAC System Alone Can't Stop Mold: A Complete Picture for Central Texas Homeowners

    This article explains that for Central Texas homeowners, an HVAC system alone is insufficient for mold prevention because it doesn't address all sources of moisture, requiring a comprehensive approach that includes dedicated humidity control, strategic ventilation, and proactive leak prevention.

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    Could Your HVAC System Be Secretly Growing Mold? A Homeowner's Guide to Prevention

    This article breaks down how HVAC systems can unintentionally foster mold growth—and what homeowners can do to prevent it. From moisture buildup and dirty ducts to poorly installed systems, the guide highlights common problem areas and gives actionable tips for maintaining cleaner, healthier indoor air.

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    The Uneven Breath We Take: Indoor Air Quality and Environmental Socioeconomic Stratification

    Indoor air quality is often treated as a universal concern, but the truth is far from equal.