First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. All molds are fungi, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is dangerous to people is relatively uncommon in the fungi kingdom, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't dangerous. However, some toxic molds are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be cleaned up and completely removed.

That means contacting a mold damage repair company is almost always a good idea. This is because if you see mold, there is probably more trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

Check credentials before you hire a mold damage cleanup service. The State Office of Consumer Protection is a good place to get started, and you can check for approval by groups such as as the Restoration Industry Association, the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration and Contractor Connection. You might 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 harm your possessions rapidly. If not, mold damage will continue to feast on your structure and will destroy your things. Some molds, those that release toxic spores, can also cause major health risks ranging from brain damage. Mold in the environment can be especially dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system such as people with AIDS/HIV or lupus.

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