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

Government experts recommend that you reach out to a mold damage restoration repair Liverpool, NY company for assistance if the smelly mold takes up more than about 3 square feet. This is because if you see mold growth, there is probably hidden mold trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

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

Mold damage left to grow sends off spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can harm your possessions rapidly. If not, mold damage will continue to feast on your structure and can destroy your things.