Mold can strike any Florida building at any time, thanks to our sub-tropical climate and humid weather. The torrential rain that hits us during wet season increases this risk further. And then there is the problem of burst or leaking pipes, rooves that don’t quite cope with our heavy downpours or faucets being left on accidentally.
Identifying If You Have Mold
Under certain conditions, mold can start growing just 24 hours after exposure to water.
The first sign you may notice that mold is growing in your home or commercial building may be a musty smell – the air doesn’t smell quite as clean and fresh as it should be. This is because mold gives off microbial volatile organic compounds (mVOCs), which have a unique odor.
You may also notice light or dark discoloration on your walls or ceilings.
Another sign that mold may have struck your building is people developing health issues, in particular, a worsening of allergy symptoms, as mold produces substances that are known to cause allergic reactions in sensitive people.
Symptoms of allergic reactions to mold may include hayfever-type symptoms, like red or itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing or skin rashes. Allergic reactions to mold can also lead to asthma attacks in people who suffer from asthma.
Some people may have even more severe reactions, and may develop hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
How to Choose a Mold Remediation Company
Thankfully, there are professional mold remediation experts available.
A reputable company will determine the source of your mold, for example, a leaking roof or pipe, identify where mold is growing in your property, treat impacted areas without spreading the spores and take steps to ensure the spores don’t return.
If any areas in your home or commercial building have been damaged by mold, and if cleaning and treatment is not sufficient, it is ideal that the mold remediation company you engage also has the skills and qualifications to rebuild impacted areas.
The company should offer a free, no-obligation property inspection to ensure their remediation works will meet your needs. Their staff should be licensed general contractors with mold certification. You can read more about Flood Pros USA on their website.
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St Petersburg, FL 33701
