Mold Mildew Remediation

Obviously it involves the removal of mold, but mold mildew remediation also involves repairing the damage done by mold. You see, mold can be removed from solid surfaces like tile or concrete walls and floors. However, it often cannot be removed from porous surfaces like drywall, insulation or carpeting. Those materials must be removed from the home and replaced.

Mold removal remediation is serious business because if handled inappropriately, the materials being removed will spread mold to other areas of the home. Mold spores easily become airborne and drift all over the place.

To prevent the spread of mold while removing contaminated materials, the area in which contaminated materials are being removed must be blocked off from the rest of the home. Typically this is done by using duct tape to cover doorways with large sheets of plastic. Often a negative air machine is set up to help control mold spores that are airborne. The contaminated materials should then be securely enclosed in large plastic bags before being carried through the house for disposal.

After that, the materials can be replaced.

Safety Procedures

Many forms of mold are actually toxic, and even those that aren’t toxic can cause serious health problems if the mold spores are inhaled. That’s why mold mildew remediation is so important. However, it’s also important to take adequate safety precautions while removing mold so you aren’t exposed to great health risks.

Many people choose to have a professional handle mold removal remediation in their homes since professionals are specially trained in how to do so safely. If you’re interested in talking to a professional, just follow this link to find a list of licensed Mold Remediation Professionals in your area. They will inspect your home for free and give you some free information and advice.

While removing mold in the home, it’s important to wear the proper safety gear. This includes rubber gloves, disposable hair and shoe covers, an N-95 facial respiratory mask and clothing that you will launder as soon as you’re done taking care of the mold. You can buy the things you need at most hardware stores, but professionals also have all the necessary equipment and know how to handle things safely.

Mold Prevention

Before we close, we’d like to mention that sometimes the need for mold mildew remediation can be prevented. Mold tends to grow in moist, damp, warm areas. Dehumidifiers can help. Mold removal professionals can advise you about the most effective dehumidifiers for the space you need to protect from mold growth. Running an exhaust fan in the bathroom after showering can help dry things out; you can also actually wipe down the shower walls with a towel.

Sometimes pipes break or roofs leak and ceiling tiles, walls, floors or carpeting get wet. If you act immediately, the proper mold removal remediation services can often prevent the growth of serious levels of mold. Mold mildew remediation specialists have special vacuums that can remove large amounts of water from carpeting, even after a home has been flooded. Such mold removal, remediation and prevention are most effective when initiated as soon as the problem has been discovered. If you don’t have the necessary equipment and know-how to handle these tasks yourself, call a professional right away. Mold will grow and spread rapidly under such conditions and it really is important to address the problem right away.

The picture above shows mold in kitchen cabinets from a roof leak.

Why We Recommend Having a Free Consultation with a Mold Removal Specialist

A mold removal specialist has all the necessary safety equipment for the job.
Even if you opt to do the job yourself, a mold removal specialist can give you valuable safety tips that will help you do the job without exposing yourself or others in your home to potentially harmful mold spores.
A mold removal specialist can help you locate all the mold in your home (mold often grows in hard-to-reach places where homeowners overlook it).
A mold removal specialist can advise you about the best products and techniques for removing mold from your home.
A mold removal specialist can advise you about how to prevent future mold problems, as well.

Most mold removal specialists will provide free consultations during which they will assess the situation and advise you, free of charge. Even if you plan to do the work yourself, some free professional advice will help you with your task. Follow the link to find qualified Mold Removal Specialists in your town.

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