Mold Removal Must Be Done Correctly

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Mold in the home environment and the proper removal techniques have been debated in recent years. Some states have mandated laws and licensing requirements which regulate mold removal companies while others have not. Unfortunately, there has been a development of mistrust in the mold remediation business because of some of the shady and under handed business practices of a handful of companies.



As a result, it has become more important than ever to educate the public about mold removal practices should this dreaded pollutant ever invade their indoor environment. Generally speaking, mold removal should be left to a professional unless a very small amount is found growing in the indoor environment. Of course, the term "small amount" is a relative statement which merely means "common mold growing in the shower or refrigerator condensate pan." Or in other words, any indoor mold that the typical person been exposed to from childhood should be considered least likely to require professional remediation.



Mold is a common occurrence in the outdoor environment and may only pose a threat to indoor air quality when it invades and grows within certain interior surfaces found in the home. Molds that are considered to be toxic if found in the indoor environment originate from outdoors. The key is dilution of outdoor air verses indoor air. There is a saying in the environmental field that tells it all, "The Solution to Pollution is Dilution." Once mold starts colonizing and growing in indoors, it may exceed the amounts which are needed to make a home occupant experience allergies, asthma or other acute illnesses.



House Mold Removal: Dead or Alive
A common misconception about mold and its effect on health is that mold which is growing is most dangerous. However, the opposite is true since mold related health conditions are primarily causes by the inhalation of dead spores. The human body can not make the distinction between dead or live mold spores. In fact, toxic molds found indoors can actually start growing in human nasal or lung tissues causing acute or chronic health symptoms. Cases of mold related health symptoms which result in pneumonia have been reported.



Proper Removal is Paramount
These microscopic dead mold spores which can cause all types of health related conditions may not be seen by the human eye. It is common to measure pollutant particle counts of 25,000 of particles per cubic foot of indoor air in a home which is believed to have a mold growth problem. This fact is the sole reason why it is so important to properly remove mold using technique and protocols written for each specific project or situation. An experienced and honest mold remediation professional will use protocols which are designed to removal these microscopic mold particles without contaminating other areas of the home. Mold particles which may be left behind because of improper removal may eventually cause a recurrence of the original problem.



The health and well-being of all home occupants which live in a mold contaminated home is determined by how well the indoor environment was remediated. I encourage anyone who faces the decision of choosing a professional mold remediation contractor takes the time to check their references and research other items such as time in business, Better Business Bureau rating and whether or not they list a physical address in their marketing materials.
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