First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. Every kind of mold is a fungus, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is toxic to humans is relatively rare in the fungi world, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't dangerous. However, some toxic molds are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be mitigated and completely removed.

You could think about contacting these mold damage restoration Iowa City IA companies even if you see less mold than that. This is because if you see mold growth, there is probably hidden mold behind walls, in attics and elsewhere.

Before you hire any expert, check that they are licensed and registered properly and that they are certified by watchdogs such as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration.

You should clean up any mold growth you come across to stop further toxicity risk, and do it right away. If not, harmful mold will keep eating on your structure and will destroy your things. Some molds, those that release toxic spores, can also cause major health problems ranging from brain damage. Mold can be particularly dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system .