Discovering mold growing in your home is definitely a cause for concern, as mold can have a number of consequences for your health and even damage your house. And while you might feel panicked at first, being informed about mold removal can help you to reduce your anxieties and take action to thoroughly resolve your mold problems.
There are a lot of misconceptions about mold removal out there, so in an effort to combat this, here are a few things that many people don’t know about mold removal:
- The type of mold is not very important. Sometimes, homeowners will seek out mold testing because they think they need to know what type of mold is present in their home. That isn’t necessarily the case. While it’s true that some types of mold can be worse than others, it is far more important to identify the severity of the problem by looking at the extent of the growth. How far has the mold spread and to where?
- It is extremely important to contain mold. You should not attempt to remove mold yourself because you could end up making the problem worse. Professionals have the right tools to keep mold contained to one area instead of disturbing it and making the spores spread elsewhere. Containment is one of the most important aspects of mold removal.
- Solving the cause of mold growth is key. Removing the mold from your home won’t matter if you don’t identify the root cause and come up with a solution for it. So, while it’s a little late to prevent mold, since it is already present in your home, prevention should be your number one priority once the existing mold is dealt with.
