First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. Every kind of mold is a fungus, just like mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is toxic to humans is rare in the fungus world, 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 best plan is to contact a black mold remediation Salem NJ company to clean up the mold if it is more than 9 square feet.in area. This is because if you see mold, there is probably more trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.
Before you contact mold damage repair technicians, the first step is to prevent the mold from growing. Do this by turning off any HVAC systems. Then, work to halt the dripping or condensation that brought the mold in the first place. Make sure damaged roofs are no longer dripping into your attic and stop the flow of any moisture that has penetrated your basement. The next step is to contain the problem in as small an area as possible. You could block off the room with disposable tarps, for example.
Should you get a professional company to help or can you do the cleanup by yourself? Beyond thinking about the magnitude of the damage, think about any exacerbating health issues you may have that make you prone to becoming sick.
Once you've made the decision, there are important things to do in either direction. To do the cleanup yourself, purchase supplies such as gloves that reach your forearms, full-coverage clothing, sealed goggles and approved mold masks. You will also need a throwaway tarp and a saw to repair drywall, if that's where you found the mold. Health officials agree that you should never leave drywall that has mold on it anywhere because it can't be cleaned well enough. A note on cleaning with bleach: Skip it. Any bleach doesn't work as well other detergents and often doesn't remediate mold thoroughly and all its spores completely. Most bleach is bad to breathe, especially if it's ever mixed with ammonia-based cleaners. Ask for better cleaners at the hardware store.
If you're worried enough about mold damage to look for solutions on the web, you will want certified mold removal technicians service. Don't hire a mitigation service focused in humid climates.
Check credentials before you hire a mold damage cleanup service. You might also make sure the company knows and follows federal mold cleanup recommendations whether your mold is in a business or a residence.
Mold damage that is allowed to grow sends off spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread rapidly. If not, mold damage will keep eating on your structure and will destroy your possessions. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause sever health problems ranging from brain damage. Mold in the environment can be particularly dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system such as people with AIDS/HIV or lupus.
The best way to handle your mold problem is to get mold damage cleanup help. Don't hesitate.