What Homeowners Need To Know About Mold Removal

Mold is everywhere—it grows throughout the year and can be found in the air you breathe, the organization you work in, and the comfort of your home. You can’t really break away from mold spores.

Having a professional company like IAC-Moldbusters visit your home or office for a mold inspection and removal service will help prevent mold from settling inside. Mold and moisture go hand in hand. Mold can be found where moisture and humidity levels are high, such as in kitchens, basements, bathrooms, wall interiors, and ceilings where water from leaky pipes, windows, or roofs can build up.

There's also the risk of mold growing inside your air ducts and affecting your indoor air care. In these cases, we advise you to contact us about our air duct cleaning services and our other department IAC-Indoor Air Care.

Health Concerns of Mold

Mold spores can cause serious diseases among your family members. Mostly, they tend to affect people with a vulnerability to allergic reactions. For everyone else, mold exposure (both short and long-term) often causes symptoms resembling the common cold or flu. You may notice a sore throat, coughing, sneezing, skin rashes, itchy eyes, and even intermittent respiratory ailment. If the mold is left unbridled, it could further lead to a hazardous environment and reduced indoor air quality.

Always watch out for signs of potential mold growth, such as stale smells or watermarks on ceilings and walls. You must eradicate this smell by removing mold from your house rather than disguising it with some kind of aroma. You can also visit our mold-related FAQ page for more information.

Tips for Effective Residential Mold Remediation

Many homeowners experience significant mold growth at their place, specifically after severe water damage. That’s when heavy-duty mold remediation comes into the picture.

Mold can’t be abolished as they are everywhere, but it can be contained and prevented from nurturing in your space. You can prevent its growth by controlling the level of humidity and installing a suitable ventilation system in your home. Also, ensure that windows, roofs, and pipes are well maintained and repaired whenever there is a leak.

In case of a major water incident:

• Remove standing water as fast as possible. Standing water serves as a breeding ground for airborne microbes, which can be inhaled.
• Properly dry or eradicate soaked fabric objects—like padding, carpets, and upholstery—within 24 – 48 hours after a water overflow to prevent mold growth. Anything that can’t be appropriately dried should be abandoned and replaced.
• Remove premature mold growth by doing a detailed cleaning with bleach and water. To prevent the re-growth of mold, wash, and sterilize all areas that have been flooded. This includes floors, walls, shelves, closets, as well as air-conditioning and heating systems.
• Collect and discard any material with moldy remains, such as paper, rags, or trash to prevent mold from spreading.
• To prevent the growth of mold, it is important to remove the source of the moisture.
• For severe mold problems, get the expert advice of a mold remediation professional like IAC-Moldbusters.

Identify Hidden Mold

When it comes to mold remediation, most homeowners are eager to save money and handle the growth themselves. However, they are often not prepared to handle the situation. They may even end up escalating the mold further by agitating the spores.

Let an experienced team of mold remediation professionals, like IAC-Moldbusters, deal with the job. Not only will we remove the obvious mold issue for good, but we will also evaluate your house for signs of hidden mold growth that you might have ignored. Often, mold will hide in the air handling unit, in the ductwork, beneath wallpaper, and even in the basement or crawlspace.

Contact IAC-Moldbusters Now For Long Island Mold Removal

Mold infestation can spoil your home and put you and your loved ones at a health risk. Depending on the severity and type of mold, it can impact the look of your home. Molds come in different colors ranging from black, white, to other colors that turn ceilings, floors, and walls into eyesores.

Constant mold growth may disfigure surfaces or walls, which could prove very costly to your home maintenance. When you begin to see mold growth in your home, don’t hesitate to hire certified restoration specialists to help you remove mold and reinstate your property.

Our mold removal experts use advanced equipment and techniques, all guaranteed to spot the root cause of the problem and find ways to fix these issues. IAC-Moldbuster's professional mold removal service helps prevent and abolish the high costs of maintaining homes. The water damage services will instantly address your mold issues and strive to prevent mold before it appears.