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 relatively uncommon in the fungus world, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't dangerous. However, some are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be mitigated and completely removed.

Government experts recommend that you reach out to a mold damage restoration Greenup KY company for cleanup help if the mold you discover takes up more than 36 square inches. This is because if you see mold growth, there is probably more behind walls, in attics and elsewhere.

Check licensing and certifications before you hire a mold removal company. 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 that is allowed to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread very quickly. If you don't, parasitic fungi will keep eating on your structure and can destroy your possessions. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause sever health problems ranging from brain damage. Mold can be especially harmful to babies and kinds