Is Mold Remediation Dangerous?

If you suspect that you have a mold issue and plan to remove it in your home or business, it's natural to ask yourself, "Is mold remediation dangerous?" While toxic mold can be hazardous to the health of people and pets, the mold remediation process focuses on containing and removing toxic mold and reducing mold spores in the air to restore your air quality back to safe and healthy levels. With the right mold remediation contractors on the job, you can safely remove harmful mold and begin the restoration process.

What Is Mold Remediation?

There are several steps involved with residential and commercial mold remediation. Rytech Restoration's state-licensed mold inspectors start by inspecting your building for visible signs of mold infestation. Typically, water damage from a broken pipe or flooding results in high moisture levels and mold growth. As part of your mold inspection, Rytech identifies affected areas in your home or business, evaluates the extent of spread, and develops a remediation plan to solve your mold problem. 

During the containment process, our trained mold specialists isolate areas with visible or invisible mold. We find these areas by using advanced testing methods and a thorough visual inspection.

Air filtration removes mold spores in the air and prevents them from contaminating other areas of the building. Rytech's mold pros use HEPA filters, fans, and ventilation to remove mold and dry out the area, preventing further outbreaks. 

We find that the mold removal process is one of the most difficult for property owners, especially homeowners. However, it's essential to get rid of carpet, drywall, furniture, and insulation infested with mold. Otherwise, these nonporous surfaces can harbor mold spores that will reemerge later, no matter how much detergent and elbow grease we put into cleaning up items.

Eco-friendly sanitizers and fungicides can prevent mold from growing on nonporous materials such as concrete or wood. Additionally, we do everything we can to save books, clothing, and appliances during the salvage effort.

Why Is Mold Removal Dangerous?

Mold remediation involves handling mold during the cleanup and removal processes. Because mold can cause allergic reactions and aggravate respiratory issues, it can be incredibly dangerous to handle without the proper personal protective equipment and gear. If you breathe in mold spores, it can cause sinus infections and more serious conditions such as hypersensitivity pneumonitis and allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis.

We keep our teams safe by requiring PPE such as gloves, face masks, goggles, and anything else required to avoid mold spores.

Most Dangerous Mold for People and Pets

Here are some of the most dangerous types of mold that could be lurking behind your walls or under your flooring:

• Stachybotrys, or black mold, release mycotoxins and may cause severe respiratory problems.
• Aspergillus can cause allergic reactions, asthma attacks, lung infections, and invasive diseases that can affect various organs.
• Penicillium causes lung inflammation, sinus infections, lung inflammation, and fungal infections.
• Fusarium can cause systemic infections that compromise your brain, heart, and well-being.
• Cladosporium triggers asthma attacks, sinusitis, skin infections, eye infections, and pulmonary infections.

You can commonly find these molds growing in your kitchen, basement, bathroom, or utility rooms. However, if you suspect that you have high mold concentrations due to water damage, Rytech's experience damage restoration team can help.

Ways to Make Mold Remediation Safer

We've already answered the question of why mold remediation can be considered dangerous. Here are some tips for keeping mold remediation safe:

• Refrain from entering into affective areas.
• If you're unable to avoid the affected area, be sure to wear gloves, goggles, mask, and shoe covers.
• Avoid digesting food and beverages contaminated by mold.
• Keep pets away, as mold is dangerous for them to digest.
• Do your best to stay somewhere else during mold remediation.

Above all, it's crucial to find the right mold remediation contractor with experience in your local area that will take all the necessary precautions for your safety.

Why Choose Rytech for Mold Remediation?

Through the years of remediating mold from residential homes and commercial business, we've found that every mold problem is unique. To successfully resolve and prevent future mold issues, mold growth must get stopped at the source. Rytech Restoration licensed mold inspectors are trained to detect moisture issues and identify water damage that commonly leads to mold problems.  

As a leading mold removal company, Rytech's national network provides certified mold remediation, removal, and cleanup services. Our certified technicians consistently received great online ratings. No matter your concerns, we'll address them promptly. Contact Rytech Restoration today to schedule a mold inspection.