Indoor mold growth problems can adversely affect many homeowners in Calgary. Mold remediation specialists state that mold can have negative health effects while also compromising the structural integrity of your property.
If you have discovered mold in your home, it is important to carry out a mold removal program immediately. However, keep in mind that mold removal is not a DIY project.
If there is more than 10 square feet of mold growth, don’t attempt mold remediation on your own. A professional mold removal company will possess the expertise and training necessary to optimize the removal process.
What are the signs of mold?
By being on the lookout for mold signs, you will be able to detect any problems early on. This will save you time and money as mold removal can be done before it becomes a much bigger problem.
- Physical Symptoms
Mold in your home can cause physical symptoms such as asthma, sore eyes, itchy skin, a runny or blocked nose and coughing. One sign that these symptoms are from mold is that they decrease when you leave your home. Another sign is that multiple people in the household suffer from the same symptoms.
- Flood damage
If your house has been in a flood there's a good chance you will end up with a mold problem. In such a case, the best solution is to contact a mold remediation company. This way, you can be certain that the mold removal will be done correctly and you can continue to live safely in your home.
- Musty odor
When you have mold growing hidden away in your home, a musty smell may be the only clue that it’s present. If you notice any mold odors, do not ignore them. You should make sure to thoroughly inspect your home and carry out a mold removal plan before it gets worse.
- Seeing Signs of Mold Growth
Sometimes you may not realize that there is mold growing in your home, especially if it is unusual looking mold. Mold can sometimes appear as:
- White and thread-like
- A cluster of small black spots
- Black, gray-brown, gray green or white in color
If you can spot mold growth, no matter how small, you should take mold remediation action immediatley. Visible mold growth could be a sign that there is a much larger colony growing hidden away from view.
How is mold remediation carried out?
If you do have a mold problem in your home, don’t panic! Call our professional mold removal company and our team of experts can handle the problem for you in just a few easy steps.
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Identifying the problem
The first step to an effective mold removal program is finding out where the mold is and what caused the conditions that allowed it to survive. This could be a leaky pipe, condensation on walls or windows or even water issuing from a crack in your home’s foundation.
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Cordoning off the area
Next our team will seal off the affected area to ensure that the mold remediation process doesn’t release mold spores into other areas of the house, where they can take root and create a more widespread problem.
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Mold removal
Want to learn more?
To learn more about the benefits and costs of immediate mold remediation, contact our Calgary office at 403-247-4365 or book a consultation today.
