It's important to learn about what mold is and where it thrives. 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 world, meaning most kinds aren't dangerous. However, some are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be cleaned up and completely removed.

Because of possible toxicity, you should almost always contact a commercial mold remediation company Greeley CO service if you discover mold in your home. When you see any big amount of mold growth, though, it's a good idea to call for cleanup assistance from professional mold removal services. They can help you test for mold spots in other places around the structure using tools such as hygrometers, thermometers, laboratory-grade mold test procedures and more.

Before you hire anyone, check that they are licensed and registered properly and that they are certified by organizations such as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration. You might also make sure the company knows and follows federal mold cleanup recommendations whether your mold is in a business or a residence.

You should clean up any fungal growth you come across to stop further mold damage, and do it right away. If not, parasitic fungi will keep eating on your structure and can destroy your things.