First, let's go over a quick primer on what mold is. All molds are fungi, just like mushrooms and athlete's foot, 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 dangerous. However, some molds are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be mitigated and completely removed.

The rule of thumb is to find a mold damage specialists lebanon MO company to get rid of the mold if it is more than 3 square feet.in area. If you see mold, there is probably more behind walls, in attics and elsewhere.

Check credentials before you hire a mold damage cleanup service. 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.

Mold damage that is allowed to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can harm your possessions in short order. If you don't, mold growths will continue to feast on your structure and will destroy your possessions.