First, let's go over a quick primer on what mold is. Every kind of mold is a fungus, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is dangerous to people is rare in the fungus kingdom, meaning most kinds aren't harmful. However, some are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be mitigated and completely removed.

The rule of thumb is to find a attic mold remediation company Bronx NY company to clear the mold if it is more than 3 square feet.. When you see any large amount of mold growth, however, it's smart to call for cleanup assistance from professional mold removal services. The best mold removal services can help you make sure there is no mold spots in other spots around the structure using tools such as hygrometers, thermometers, laboratory-grade mold test procedures and more.

Check licensing and certifications before you hire a mold damage cleanup service. The State Office of Consumer Protection is a good place to get started, and you can check for affiliations such as as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration. You can also make sure the company knows and follows federal mold cleanup recommendations whether your mold is in a business or a residence.

Mold damage left to grow sends off spores, which act like seeds and can harm your possessions very quickly. If not, mold growths will keep eating on your structure and can destroy your things.