No one wants to hear that their building may be infested with mold. Not only can a mold infestation have potentially adverse health effects, but it can also be difficult to get rid of if the building owners attempt to try to remove it themselves.
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Mold Can Hide Anywhere
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, different types of molds can be found everywhere, including both outside the home and inside. Mold really only becomes a problem when the right conditions develop. Because mold is a living organism, it needs shade and damp spaces.
Essentially, this means that mold is likely to develop following a flood. While finding the location of mold after a storm-related flood is not necessarily difficult, knowing where to look when a leaking pipe has been uncovered is much more difficult. The home or business could have mold growing behind the drywall, in the ceiling and even on other floors. An expert will know how to test and look for mold no matter where it may be. -
The Mold Remediation Process is a Major Hassle
If the home flooded or had a problem with a leaky pipe, removing all of the mold can be a major hassle. Experts often need to access the inaccessible areas in order to get to the mold infestation. Additionally, there are certain molds that can be dangerous, such as black mold. “To prevent potential mold-related illness, building owners who want to attempt their own mold remediation will have to purchase special protective clothing, eye protection and a mask,” said Duraclean WI. The experts will already have access to protective materials.
Although removing the actual mold is often difficult, disposing of any damaged materials can be even more difficult. If the infestation is severe, there will be building materials that will have to be ripped out and disposed of. If the local codes do not allow disposal of mold-infested materials in the normal trash pickup, extra pickups will be needed, which could mean that the moldy materials may be sitting at the site for weeks. The professionals will take care of removing the materials from the site quickly. -
Mold will Grow Back
Mold remediation is not just about removing mold. The Environmental Protection Agency states that controlling the humidity levels will prevent any mold spores that may still be in the air from starting another mold infestation in the building. Depending on the age of the building, appliances and poor ventilation could keep the building humid enough where mold will always be a problem. These issues can be difficult to remediate if the person doing the remediation does not have the knowledge or tools required for the job. The experts will know best how to fix the situation to provide the best outcome for the building and keep the mold away.
