MOLD REMOVAL SERVICE

Mold is fungal growth that appears and grows on saturated materials. There are many different kinds of mold and although mold is common, it's important to note that some molds containing mycotoxins can pose serious health implications to humans and animals that can have lasting effects. We call molds with mycotoxins toxic mold and exposure to toxic mold, especially for extended periods of time, can cause a plethora of health concerns ranging from nasal congestion to death. If the members of a home impacted by toxic mold include infants, children, people with lung illnesses, or other immunocompromised individuals; it is vitally important to remove them from the space and properly remediate the mold as they are at  higher risk of health complications. If you have discovered mold and have symptoms such as dizziness or shortness of breath, please seek medical attention immediately. 

 

For mold to grow it has to be in the right conditions; mold requires moisture to grow. Mold spores move through the air and when they land on surfaces that contain moisture they begin to grow and spread. When buildings experience water damage and are not properly dried out and remediated, mold begins to grow and mycotoxin levels rise. Mold can grow in the cavities of walls after water damage occurs and if not properly remediated, it can remain there even after drying to continue its growth when moisture is present once again. This is why it is important to hire a knowledgeable, trained, and professional team of water restoration specialists to properly inspect and remediate the spaces in your home that have been impacted by water damage to prevent or treat the growth of mold. Mold can begin to grow quickly: anywhere from 24 hours to 10 days after the conditions for growth are present. This is why it is important to call a certified firm the moment water damage is found in your home.

 

Here are some links to useful resources from the EPA and CDC about the implications of mold growth for your health:

 

CDC: “Basic Facts about Mold and Dampness”

CDC: “Los mohos (hongos) en el medio ambiente”

 

EPA: “Mold & Health”

EPA: “El moho y la salud”

 

EPA: “A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home”

EPA: “Una breve guía para el moho, la humedad y su hogar”

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