First, let's go over a quick review of mold. All molds are fungi, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is dangerous to you and your family is relatively uncommon in the fungus world, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't harmful. However, some toxic molds are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be mitigated and completely removed.

Government experts recommend that you reach out to a who repairs mold damage Vancouver WA company for help if the mold growth takes up more than about 36 square inches. If you see mold growth, there is probably more trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

Before you contact mold damage repair technicians, the first step is to prevent the mold from growing. Turn off any HVAC systems. Next, work to halt the dripping or condensation that brought the mold in the first place. Make sure damaged roofs are no longer dripping into your attic and stop the flow of any moisture that has seeped into your basement. The next step is to contain the problem in as small an area as possible. You could block off the area in question with disposable tarps, for example.

Next, figure out if you need to get mold damage removal help. Think about not only the damaged area, but also any exacerbating health issues you have. Allergy or asthma sufferers who struggle to breathe, for instance, should avoid mold removal activities.

Once you've decided, there are vital things to do. To do the mold removal damage yourself, purchase items such as long mold-approved gloves, coveralls and a mold-safe mask and sealed eye protection. You will also need something to trap mold from reaching the floor and tools to cut out and replace drywall, if that's where you found the mold. Health officials agree that you should not leave moldy and unpainted drywall anywhere because it can't be cleaned well enough. A note on cleaning with bleach: Skip it. Any bleach is less effective than other alternatives and often doesn't kill mold growth and all its spores completely. Bleach is bad to breathe, especially if it's ever mixed with ammonia-based cleaners. Ask for better alternatives at most big box stores.

Chances are that if you're concerned enough about mold damage to research, you need a professional mold removal service. If you choose to hire a mold removal service, look for one in your area because different kinds of mold thrive in different areas and you want experts who know the best mold damage repair techniques to clean up the ones you found in your indoor environment. The closer to home, the better.

Check licensing and certifications before you hire a mold removal company.

Mold left to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread very quickly. If not, mold growths will continue to feast on your structure and will destroy your possessions. Some types of mold, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause sever health problems ranging from brain damage. Mold in the environment can be particularly dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system such as people with AIDS/HIV or lupus.

The smartest way to handle your mold damage is to get mold damage help. Don't delay.