First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. Every kind of mold is a fungus, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is dangerous to you and your family is rare in the fungi kingdom, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't harmful. However, some are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be cleaned up and completely removed.

The rule of thumb is to find a mold damage restoration Centennial CO company to clean up the mold if it is more than 3 square feet.. When you see any large mold growth, however, it's smart to reach out for help from mold damage cleanup. They can help you make sure there is no hidden mold in other spots around the structure using tools such as temperature sensors, moisture detectors and more.

Check credentials before you hire a mold removal company. The State Office of Consumer Protection is a good place to get started, and you should check for approval by groups such as as the Restoration Industry Association, the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration and Contractor Connection.

Mold left to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread in short order. If you don't, harmful mold will continue to feast on your structure and will ruin your possessions. Some molds, those that release toxic spores, can also cause major health problems ranging from brain damage. Mold can be particularly dangerous for babies and kinds