First, let's go over a quick primer on what mold is. Every kind of mold is a fungus, just like mushrooms and lichens, for example. The mold that is toxic to people is rare in the fungus kingdom, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't harmful. However, some toxic molds are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be cleaned up and completely removed.

The rule of thumb is to contact a mold remediation services Boca Raton FL company to clean up the mold if it is more than 3 square feet.in area. When you see any sizable amount of mold growth, though, it's smart to reach out for help from professional mold damage cleanup. They can help you make sure there is no mold spots in other spots around the house using tools such as hygrometers, thermometers, laboratory-grade mold test procedures and more.

Check credentials before you hire a mold removal company. The State Business Licensing Division is a good place to begin, and you should check for approval by groups such as as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration. You can also make sure the company knows and follows federal mold cleanup recommendations whether your mold is in a business or a residence.

Mold left to grow sends off spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread very quickly. If not, harmful mold will keep eating on your structure and will destroy your things. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause major health risks ranging from neurological damage to breathing problems and mold-related illnesses and ongoing ill health. Mycotoxins can be especially harmful to infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system such as people with AIDS/HIV or lupus.