Maintaining the health of your family and pets is always your top priority. You show this by buying health insurance, giving your family the tools to eat right and exercise, and keeping your home clean and aired out. But when you find out that you have a mold infestation you know that it is time for you to take a step back and hire a professional mold removal contractor to rid your home of the respiratory, neurological and skin illnesses caused by airborne mold spores.

Once you find out that your home has a mold infestation and possibly contains a dangerous level of airborne mold spores, it is imperative that you call a mold removal contractor to help restore safe living conditions in your home. A mold removal contractor has all the tools and expertise needed to make your home livable and keep your family safe from this dangerous fungus. In addition, your mold removal contractor knows how to remove the mold without causing possible injury or illness to him or herself. Mold spores are microscopic and cleaning them requires the proper containment measures as well as protective breathing apparatus and clothing. Should you attempt to remove the mold yourself you could be further endangering your family by giving them a false sense of security as you simply move the mold from one spot to another.

What to Expect from Your Mold Removal Contractor :

When you call a mold removal contractor to rid your home of mold, you can relax, comfortable in the knowledge that you have an experienced professional on hand who is ready to remove the mold and all the potential health problems associated with it.

The area that is affected by the mold will determine what the exact course of action taken by your mold removal contractor is. Mold infestations located near plumbing will be handled differently than those that are in a basement or attic. Almost every mold contamination is caused by a source of moisture-possibly a leaking pipe, leaking roof, or compromised foundation. If this is the case in your mold problem, then your mold removal contractor will begin by fixing the leak in order to halt the continued growth of your mold.

removing mold for testing Once the leak is repaired your mold removal contractor must contain the area with a sheeting-usually polyethylene sheeting. This step is imperative to ensure that the disturbed mold and airborne spores do not float freely through your home and deposit themselves in other rooms. The sheeting used to contain the area must be securely fastened and leave no gaps or holes.

Next, armed with protective clothing and breathing apparatus, your mold removal contractor will use a wet vac and steam cleaner to remove the surface mold. To the untrained eye, the job could look complete at this point, but this would be a dangerous mistake and is one your mold removal contractor will not make. Utilizing industrial strength cleanser, your mold removal contractor will then scrub the area and kill any mold left within the pores of the surface the mold covered. Depending on the location and size of the infestation, your mold removal contractor may also examine and clean out your air ducts. This is extremely important since mold spores in your ducts can quickly make your entire home a health hazard. Lastly, your contractor will use a HEPA vacuum to ensure that any airborne mold spores are removed and the contained area can be reopened safely.

Once clean, another mold test will be conducted in your home to ensure that you and your family can live worry free. The mold test will determine how much mold is in the air. A small amount of mold will always be found in the air of every home, but it is a safe amount. Unless the amount found in your home is unsafe, you will be able to enjoy your home again. The relief you feel when you know your mold infestation has been cleaned by a professional mold removal contractor is complete. No home remedies or unlicensed professionals can give you the same peace of mind as an experienced and knowledgeable mold removal contractor with the expertise to make your home safe.