Mold and its effects that it has on the body have been well documented. There are connections between many respiratory conditions and mold exposure.People suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are in danger of lung infections through exposure to mold. And those diagnosed with asthma may develop a sever attack of asthma when exposed to mold. There is also evidence of mold causing rhinitis, urticaria, conjunctivitis and nasal congestion. All of these health concerns lead to the necessary mold removal. Mold can be easily seen, or other times it can be behind walls, on or around pipes, or in basements. This makes complete mold removal a very challenging job.
Now these tips are coming from an experienced water damage San Diego company.
Finding mold is not unusual because it is a common occurrence in nature. The molds you find in nature are part of what we call the life cycle. They are there because they are successful in breaking down organic materials such as leaves. Spores are what reproduces mold and it is also the way it finds its way into our homes and businesses. When spores are blown
onto a wet surface or something that is moist, they aer able to attach to various things and multiply. That is why controlling moisture in buildings is crucial in trying to control mold. Removing mold can be a huge task once it has taken hold. And during mold removal, spores will become airborne, looking for
another target.
Health concerns are cause for concern when free spores are present. These spores that are airborne cause the allergic reactions, irritations and can be inhaled into our lungs. Anything the spores live and thrive on they do destroy. Mold removal is imperative. You may be able to take on this type of job yourself, but there are some steps you should follow. Now if the area that is infected is less than ten square feet, the EDA does allow you to clean this up yourself. But if the infected area is larger, they do suggest that a professional should be hired to do the removal.
If you feel it is an area you can handle, make sure to follow a few precautions before beginning the mold removal.First thing to do is protect yourself from breathing any mold spores by putting on a N-95 respirator. These do cost between 12-25 dollars in most hardware stores or online. Second, you should put on long rubber gloves.Don’t use bare hand to touch mold. Third step, also wear goggles, and make sure they don’t have breathing holes to protect your eyes from the mold spores. Now you are ready to start cleaning. Begin by fixing leaking pipes and then scrub all the mold off with a disinfectant/ water combination or chlorine bleach/water
mixture. After the cleaning, make sure to dry everything. Remember the key is moisture control. If you haven’t fixed the problem, chances are the mold will return.
Follow these key steps as they have been gained from years of experience as a mold removal San Diego company.
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