5 ways to stop mould growing inside your house and what to do if you spot black spores on walls or ceilings

LIVING with mould or in a mouldy house can cause respiratory illnesses, allergies and asthma, and can sometimes be fatal.

Mould spores are found everywhere, and are released in their thousands into the atmosphere.

But black mould is a microscopic fungus that grows in damp places.

Signs of mould at home include fuzzy black, white or green patches on the walls, and a damp and musty smell.