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Risks of Mold: Why Immediate Mold Removal is Necessary

Mold Remediation in Norristown, PA by ServiceMaster Professional Cleaning and Restoration

Mold. It’s a sign that food has gotten too old to eat. You’ve seen it growing in the caulk in your bathroom. You’ve smelled it in your basement or crawl ways. It crops up any place that is damp, and can lurk in places you cannot see. It smells, and it’s disgusting. And even worse, it can grow anywhere in your home, making you sick and agitate your allergies. Because of the destructive nature of mold, you will want to hire a professional mold remediation company should you find signs of mold in your home or business. For mold remediation in Norristown, West Chester, or Exton, or , call the professionals at ServiceMaster Professional Cleaning and Restoration.

Risks to Property
To reproduce, mold creates spores that float on the air and settle on both indoor and outdoor surfaces. When the spores settle, the mold grows, and gradually damages anything it grows on. That’s why when you find mold, you should take immediate action to eliminate it with professional mold remediation.

Health Risks
Another reason you need professional mold remediation is the harmful health effects that mold can cause. Mold can produce irritants and make allergens. Occasionally, mold can produce toxins that harm humans. Here are some of the ways that mold can harm your health:
• Allergies
The symptoms of mold allergies are similar to hay fever. They include runny noses, red eyes, sneezing, and skin rash.
• Asthma
Mold allergies can trigger asthma attacks. Mold also produces irritants that can make asthma worse even in people who are not allergic to mold.
• Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is a disease that resembles bacterial pneumonia.
• Mold toxins
Mold can create mycotoxins, which are toxic substances. An example of a mycotoxin is aflotoxinB1, which is one of the most potent carcinogens. Inhalation can cause lung or liver cancer.

Certified Professionals
Certified professionals in mold remediation can help you find moisture sources, evaluate the growth of the mold, and contain the damage. If you suspect mold contamination in your home or business, contact ServiceMaster Professional Cleaning and Restoration. Let us do the dirty and dangerous work of mold removal to provide your family or employees and clientele the safe indoor environment they deserve.