What You Need To Know About Water Damage Mold Removal

What You Need To Know About Water Damage Mold Removal


Mold that are of consequences of water damage brought about by flood, pipe leaks or fire water could pose as a high hazard to one’s health and can further aggravate the already existing health problems such as asthma and allergies of any form. A person whose immune defense is low or is having chronic lung problems is most likely to be susceptible to develop certain types of infections brought about by molds such skin and respiratory tract infections. This is the reason why mold removal is important as restoring your home back to its original or pre flooded state.

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Mold removal may be performed individually as long as the infestation is still small and has not spread to nearby areas, because once the mold infestation has already spread and covered a large area, it’ll be impossible to continue with the mold removal without having to spread the mycotoxins. Spreading these toxins is the last thing anyone would want to do as these toxins are responsible for the numerous health hazards.

Before proceeding with the mold removal, see to it that you have all the necessary equipments needed to carry out the job and to protect yourself from possible mold exposure are available.
Appropriate protection gear should include face mask, protective eye shields, rubber gloves, and rubber body suits if necessary. Once these gears are available, you may now proceed with the whole mold removal process.

Commence the mold removal by locating the source of mold growth. It is a well known fact that molds thrive because of the presence of the two most vital elements that are crucial in its survival – moisture and humidity. Take out these sources and you are able to stop the spreading of the mold. Repair all the leaks coming form the roof, pipes or overflowing kitchen sink. If the leaks are not given any solution the mold will just continue to grow and proliferate. It is also advised to check around on areas of possible mold growth such as the basement under the carpets and back walls.

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Your next step is to open the windows to allow air to circulate inside your home. The use of electric fan is highly not recommended as it will only cause the mold spores to spread to other parts of the house that are not contaminated and cause even more problems or further spread of infestation. If you are to remove the mold on a certain area, contain the mold only on that area by parting it from other areas of the house using a large plastic sheet that touches the floor from the ceiling.

After which, you may begin the mold removal using a stiff brush and natural fungicides and antimicrobial agents recommended by the EPA. The use of bleach to clean the mold is not recommended since bleaches can’t kill molds. Dry the area using a clean rag after you are cleaning it. Dispose of the cleaning items you have used to remove the mold properly to prevent recontamination. Water damage restoration should be done in the soonest time possible to prevent the influxation of water damage mold inside your home.