First, let's go over a quick primer on what mold is. All molds are fungi, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is toxic to people is relatively rare in the fungus kingdom, 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.

That means contacting a mold damage repair company is best. If you see mold, there is probably hidden mold trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

Before you choose any company, make sure that they are certified 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 might also make sure the company knows and follows federal mold cleanup recommendations whether your mold is in a business or a residence.

Mold damage that is allowed to grow sends off spores, which act like seeds and can cause damage to spread rapidly. If you don't, mold damage will keep eating on your structure and can ruin your possessions. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause major health problems ranging from neurological damage to respiratory and mold-related illnesses and generally poor health. Mold in the environment can be especially dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system .