Mold is not an element you want in your home or business. Unless the mold is tested, you will never know how harmful the type of mold that has developed may be. Some molds are more harmful than others but any type of mold should never be tolerated. When you discover mold in your home or business, it is important to have the mold removed. For those who do not know about mold removal and remediation, Disaster Services would like to share the basics.
Source of Mold Development
Most mold will develop when there is a source of moisture. Most mold growth requires moisture to begin to grow. Moisture may be condensation, a leaking pipe, or a recent flood. Mold growth can be seen within 24 hours of exposure to high levels of moisture. Mold can be seen on the floors, walls and ceiling inside a building. Mold can even develop in air ducts, cabinets and other damp dark places. Mold loves porous surfaces and will quickly develop and spread on wood, drywall and on fabrics. To prevent mold it is important to keep all surfaces dry and ventilated. If the inside of a building or home has been exposed to high levels of moisture you will want the site properly cleaned and treated to prevent mold. Additionally, you should regularly inspect and maintain the home’s plumbing to prevent leaks and floods.
Document Mold Growth
To treat mold you will need to document the mold. You will want to document the mold for a few different reasons. One, you can provide you findings to your insurance company if mold was included in your coverage. You can also provide a copy of your mold documentation to a mold remediation and removal service. The homeowner should take pictures and describe how the mold got started and where it is located. You can also include a video and mold test. When documenting the mold you will want to determine the full extent of the contamination. This means you will want to check inside the wall and in crawl spaces, basements, and attics. Mold might be present in a number of places, especially if the mold began in the air ducts. Mold spreads by releasing spores. If the spores are inside the air ducts when the HVAC system runs a cycle, the entire home may be contaminated.
Mold Removal and Remediation
When removing mold it is recommended to seek a professional service. They can treat the mold site. Often a mold remediation service will remove any damaged material and help rebuild your home. Surfaces that can be saved will be treated to ensure the mold is killed. They can help purify the air and stop the spread of mold. When you need help to reclaim your home from mold, a professional mold remediation service is encouraged. There are steps the homeowner can take but unless you have the right resources, DIY mold removal is very labor intensive and it can fail.
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If you have mold in your home and you need help reclaiming your home, Disaster Services can help. We help save homes after a fire, flooding, and from mold contamination. To schedule our services, call Disaster Services today.
