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If you see or suspect evidence
of mold in your home or business, Special Forces certified specialists will
assess the problem and professionally clean up the mold and prevent its ability
to re-grow. There are many serious health risks that may occur from exposure to
mold, it is important to take precautions and limit your exposure to mold and
mold spores. By calling in the Special Forces experts to handle the problem you
will have a team with a long line of experience in mold remediation.
Ten Things You Should Know About Mold:
- Potential health effects
and symptoms associated with mold exposures include allergic reactions, asthma,
and other respiratory complaints.
- There is no practical
way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to
control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
- If mold is a problem in
your home or school, you must clean up the mold and eliminate sources of
moisture.
- Fix the source of the
water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.
- Reduce indoor humidity
(to 30-60%) to decrease mold growth by: venting bathrooms, dryers, and other
moisture-generating sources to the outside; using air conditioners and
dehumidifiers; increasing ventilation; and using exhaust fans whenever cooking,
dishwashing, and cleaning.
- Clean and dry any damp
or wet building materials and furnishings within 24-48 hours to prevent mold
growth.
- Clean mold off hard
surfaces with water and detergent, and dry completely. Absorbent materials such
as ceiling tiles, that are moldy, may need to be replaced.
- Prevent condensation:
Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (i.e., windows, piping,
exterior walls, roof, or floors) by adding insulation.
- In areas where there is
a perpetual moisture problem, do not install carpeting (i.e., by drinking
fountains, by classroom sinks, or on concrete floors with leaks or frequent
condensation).
- Molds can be found
almost anywhere; they can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture
is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and
foods.
Asthma and Mold
Molds can trigger asthmatic episodes in sensitive individuals with asthma.
People with asthma should avoid contact with or exposure to molds. One third to
one half of all structures have damp conditions that may encourage development
of pollutants such as molds and bacteria, which can cause allergic reactions --
including asthma -- and spread infectious diseases. The only way to get rid of
the mold, is to completely dry the building.
Timely Action
It
is essential to remember that damage resulting from water is progressive. The
longer the water flows or wet conditions exist, the more is absorbed and the
greater is the recovery problem. Merely stopping the source of the incoming
water does not stop further water damage, though it is an obvious and critical
first step.
More
information on mold and it's effects from the EPA
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