Frequently Asked Questions?
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- How do I remove mold?
- Where can I find mold?
- Why doesn't bleach work on mold?
- Who is a mold remediator?
- What is mold remediation?
- When is it time to call a professional about my mold problems?
An untrained professional should never remove mold until talking with a professional and/or having a professional inspect the problem to determine the extent. Many times mold/mildew in showers is overrated; this can easily be cleaned with household cleaner (as typically these are non-organic areas in which mold can only grow on dirt/soap scum collected and can easily be wiped off)
Mold can be found anywhere there is a food source (examples: wood, drywall, anything organic), moisture, and carbon dioxide.
Bleach has a short contact time and mold needs at least 30 minutes. Many molds are immune to bleach. Often bleach is diluted with water making the mixture 95% water. The chlorine generally evaporates within 5 minutes leaving mold with moisture needed to grow.
Persons who are trained in the handling of hazardous materials and equipped with respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment necessary for specific task.
Correcting an indoor environmental problem (cleaning mold damaged materials, removing mold damaged materials, fixing underlying conditions causing the mold problem). Mold remediation includes the physical removal of all growth and dispersed spores.
A professional should be called if a strong mold odor is smelled, visible mold is seen or water leaks have gone undetected (even if there is not a major problem it is better to have a professional determine that for the safety of those potentially exposed to major problems)
