First, let's go over a quick review of mold. All molds are fungi, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is toxic to humans is rare in the fungus kingdom, meaning most kinds aren't dangerous. However, some are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be mitigated and completely removed.

Because of the chance of danger, you should usually contact a commercial mold removal company Portland ME service if you discover mold in your home. If you see mold, there is probably more trapped in drywall and crevices and elsewhere.

Check licensing and certifications before you hire a mold damage cleanup service.

Mold left to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread rapidly. If you don't, parasitic fungi will keep eating on your structure and will ruin your things. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause major health risks ranging from neurological damage to breathing problems and mold-related illnesses and generally poor health. Mold can be especially dangerous for infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system such as people with AIDS/HIV or lupus.