October 15, 2023
DIY Mold Removal: What's Safe and When to Call the Professionals
Discovering mold in your home can be unsettling. Mold not only poses health risks but can also damage your property. While some minor mold issues can ...
Mold Cleanup Tips
Who should complete the mold cleanup depends on several factors. The first factor is the size of the mold issue. If the moldy area is less than 10 sq. ft., in most instances, you can handle this job by yourself. Follow our tips and techniques listed below.
When to contact an EPA-certified mold remediation specialist:
- If there has been a lot of water damage or the moldy area is over 10 sq. ft.
- If you've identified a moisture problem in your HVAC system or suspect it may be contaminated with mold:
- Do not run your HVAC system until a restoration technician has completed an inspection to verify that your system is not contaminated. Doing so could cause the mold to spread throughout your home or building.
- If the water or mold damage has been caused by sewage or other contaminated water.
- If you have allergies or health concerns.
Contact Water Out today for professional mold removal and remediation services in throughout the Tri-State area.
Mold Removal Tips and Tricks
Water Out has created a list of tips and tricks to help you clean up your mold problem. Professional cleaners and mold remediation specialists may use methods not covered in our steps. Mold may cause staining and cosmetic damage if not restored properly or early enough. Due to this, it may not be possible to clean an item back to its original appearance.
- Work with your mold remediation company to include air duct cleaning as part of the process.
- Keep a dehumidifier running in areas of your house that lack ventilation, like basements or attics.
- Avoid mildew in your shower and tub by letting it air dry after use before closing the shower curtain.
- Do not paint or caulk moldy surfaces. Paint applied over moldy surfaces is likely to peel.
- Keep an eye on your utility bill and note any increases in water usage. Hidden plumbing leaks can take weeks or months to become apparent due to mold growth, exacerbating the problem.
- Never mix bleach with ammonia or other household cleaners when trying to clean away mold. It creates a poisonous gas.
- Mold testing does not have to be a precursor to mold remediation; however, knowing the strain of mold helps your remediation technician know which products will be most effective.
For more information and materials on cleaning up mold, check out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) resources page.
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