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Mold can take on a variety of colors – anywhere from dark black to a lighter green or anything in between. Sometimes it’s very difficult to determine if what is in your home is actually mold, so in some cases, we recommend using an industrial hygienist to test for mold before hiring a mold remediation company. An industrial hygienist can find the hidden mold behind walls or ceilings.
Yes, you can. But before occupying it, you should have the mold removed. If the mold is visible, then a mold remediation company like PuroClean can remove it. If it isn't visible, but you suspect it might be present, you should have it checked out by an industrial hygienist to determine where the mold is and how much is present.
[VIDEO] Mold can begin to grow within 24 to 48 hours after water damage and it can spread quickly, especially when it is disrupted. Rubbing it or spraying air against it can cause the mold spores to break off into the air, potentially causing illnesses.
https://youtu.be/B6Lbd39dggE
Mold is very tricky—and when attempting to remove it yourself, you can disrupt it and make it worse. A professional mold remediation company is able to remove it correctly, adhering to the IICRC mold removal guidelines for proper mold remediation. They will also be able to apply measures to prevent regrowth.
[VIDEO] The time is directly related to the amount of mold and where it is growing. Jobs can take anywhere from 4 hours to 5 days, or longer. Every situation is different!
https://youtu.be/LP-QKc8oRk0
It is important to remove the water as quickly as possible and to dry all affected materials. This includes under cabinets, under walls in adjacent rooms, the subfloor, lower rooms where the water might have gone. Dehumidifiers and air movers can be used to dry these materials.
[VIDEO] Individual policies will vary, so you should ask your insurance agent and/or adjuster if you're eligible for coverage.
https://youtu.be/z5x_9xiGWq8
Mold has been been associated with many ailments. You should consult with your doctor or your medical team if you are ill or have adverse sypmtoms.
There are a multitude of different molds that can be found in a home. When you discover mold the "name" of the mold is much less significant than the fact that you have growing mold at all. All mold produce allergyns and mycotoxins; some very weak, some quite potent.
[VIDEO] "Black Mold" refers to stachybotrys chartarum (Stachy). Stachy is somewhat common in warm, humid environments - much less common where it is cooler and/or dryer. Hundreds of different molds (and mildews) are "black." It is impossible to identify molds by "looking at them." It takes a laboratory to determine the specific species.
Mold can take on a variety of colors – anywhere from dark black to a lighter green or anything in between. Sometimes it’s very difficult to determine if what is in your home is actually mold, so in some cases, we recommend using an industrial hygienist to test for mold before hiring a mold remediation company. An industrial hygienist can find the hidden mold behind walls or ceilings.
Yes, you can. But before occupying it, you should have the mold removed. If the mold is visible, then a mold remediation company like PuroClean can remove it. If it isn't visible, but you suspect it might be present, you should have it checked out by an industrial hygienist to determine where the mold is and how much is present.
[VIDEO] Mold can begin to grow within 24 to 48 hours after water damage and it can spread quickly, especially when it is disrupted. Rubbing it or spraying air against it can cause the mold spores to break off into the air, potentially causing illnesses.
https://youtu.be/B6Lbd39dggE
Mold is very tricky—and when attempting to remove it yourself, you can disrupt it and make it worse. A professional mold remediation company is able to remove it correctly, adhering to the IICRC mold removal guidelines for proper mold remediation. They will also be able to apply measures to prevent regrowth.
[VIDEO] The time is directly related to the amount of mold and where it is growing. Jobs can take anywhere from 4 hours to 5 days, or longer. Every situation is different!
https://youtu.be/LP-QKc8oRk0
It is important to remove the water as quickly as possible and to dry all affected materials. This includes under cabinets, under walls in adjacent rooms, the subfloor, lower rooms where the water might have gone. Dehumidifiers and air movers can be used to dry these materials.
[VIDEO] Individual policies will vary, so you should ask your insurance agent and/or adjuster if you're eligible for coverage.
https://youtu.be/z5x_9xiGWq8
Mold has been been associated with many ailments. You should consult with your doctor or your medical team if you are ill or have adverse sypmtoms.
There are a multitude of different molds that can be found in a home. When you discover mold the "name" of the mold is much less significant than the fact that you have growing mold at all. All mold produce allergyns and mycotoxins; some very weak, some quite potent.
[VIDEO] "Black Mold" refers to stachybotrys chartarum (Stachy). Stachy is somewhat common in warm, humid environments - much less common where it is cooler and/or dryer. Hundreds of different molds (and mildews) are "black." It is impossible to identify molds by "looking at them." It takes a laboratory to determine the specific species.
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