First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. Every kind of mold is a fungus, and share biology with mushrooms and lichens, 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 are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be mitigated and completely removed.

The rule of thumb is to find a mold remediation company San Marcos CA company to get rid of the mold if it is more than 9 square feet.in area. This is because if you see mold growth, there is probably hidden mold trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

Before you hire anyone, make sure that they are certified properly and that they are approved by groups such as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration. The State Business Licensing Division 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.

Mold damage left to grow sends off spores, which act like seeds and can cause damage to spread rapidly. If not, harmful mold will keep eating on your home or business and can ruin your things. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause sever health problems ranging from neurological damage to respiratory and mold-related infections and generally poor health. Mold in the environment can be particularly harmful to infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system .