You shoud learn about what mold is and why it grows. Every kind of mold is a fungus, just like mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is toxic 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 toxic molds are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be mitigated and completely removed.

That means calling a mold damage repair company is the best plan. If you see mold growth, there is probably hidden mold trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

Check licensing and certifications before you hire a mold removal company. The State Office of Consumer Protection 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. You may also make sure the company knows and follows federal mold cleanup recommendations whether your mold is in a business or a residence.

You should remove any fungal growth you come across to prevent further mold damage, and do it now. If not, harmful mold will continue to feast on your structure and can ruin your things. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause sever health risks ranging from neurological damage to breathing problems and mold-related infections and ongoing ill health. Mold in the environment can be especially dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system such as people with AIDS/HIV or lupus.