What Is the Proper Way to Remediate Mold?

Mold remediation can be an expensive process, so it’s essential to hire a professional mold remediation company. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says people who have asthma or other respiratory ailments should avoid mold work if possible because the spores may trigger allergies or more serious health issues. Before cleaning up mold, homeowners must first assess the level of contamination and safety risks involved — this is best done by hiring a professional to take samples of the area for testing, according to the EPA website. Properly trained professionals are equipped with tools that collect specific examples without spreading the mold, resulting in greater exposure risk to workers and residents.

Removing the mold is only the first step; many times, even people with intact immune systems can be sickened by inhaling airborne mold spores, according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR). The next step is to prevent humans and pets from entering contaminated areas until they have been remediated. This federal organization provides information on health hazards.

Once all of the contaminated materials have been removed, homeowners should replace them with new materials to prevent mold from growing again in those spots. For example, suppose drywall was damaged by mold growth inside walls or attics. In that case, it’s essential to permanently remove and replace any affected areas so the new drywall won’t quickly become infested once again.

A site assessment of your home or building plays an essential role in determining whether hidden water damage has occurred.

The site assessment is performed by a team that includes a senior-level inspector, the lead investigator, and an assistant. The detailed report resulting from this inspection is intended to help insurance companies evaluate water loss claims more accurately and fairly while also providing homeowners with the information they need to make informed decisions about their property.

The assessment team inspects the building’s interior and exterior, looking closely at potential sources of water exposure, including damaged roofs or siding, windows or doors, foundation cracks, or plumbing leaks. The inspectors look for mold growth in areas likely to harbor it — dark, damp places like basements and crawl spaces. They also explore behind walls where moisture can be hidden. Anything unusual is looked into further. Once all of the evidence has been obtained via inspection, our inspector will contact you to discuss his findings away from the presence of any other parties involved in your claim — this ensures that confidentiality between our company’s clients remains protected at all times.