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Well, more like ‘Return to the Beast’. If you spend any time on this website, you will see we go on and on about mold. There’s a reason for that: Mold is bad (bad) news. More than once we use the term insidious when writing about mold. That’s because it is, big time. It hides, it stinks, it destroys and it can harm the health of humans and pets. In short, you may never know it’s there as your premises and the health of your family or your employers deteriorates. Mold Remediation Pinellas County, Mold Remediation Pinellas County, 

We can fix it. Our expert licensed technicians employing our technology, like thermal imaging, will find The Monster Mold and they will kill it. All of it.

Want to learn how bad it can get and what can be done about it? The facts below were partially sourced from the EPA.

Mold: The Health Threat Mold Remediation Pinellas County, Mold Remediation Pinellas County, Mold Remediation Pinellas County

Molds produce allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances (mycotoxins). Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Allergic responses include hay fever-type symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash (dermatitis). Allergic reactions to mold are common. They can be immediate or delayed. Molds can also cause asthma attacks in people with asthma who are allergic to mold. In addition, mold exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both mold-allergic and non-allergic people. Symptoms other than the allergic and irritant types are not commonly reported as a result of inhaling mold. Research on mold and health effects is ongoing.

Molds gradually destroy the things they grow on. You can prevent damage to your home and furnishings, save money, and avoid potential health problems by controlling moisture and eliminating mold growth. Mold Remediation Pinellas County, Mold Remediation Pinellas County

It is impossible to get rid of all mold and mold spores indoors; some mold spores will be found floating through the air and in house dust. The mold spores will not grow if moisture is not present. Indoor mold growth can and should be prevented or controlled by controlling moisture indoors. If there is mold growth in your home, you must clean up the mold and fix the water problem. If you clean up the mold, but don't fix the water problem, then, most likely, the mold problem will come back.

Getting Rid of Mold

Who should do the cleanup depends on a number of factors. One consideration is the size of the mold problem. If the moldy area is less than about 10 square feet (less than roughly a 3 ft. by 3 ft. patch), in most cases, you may be able to handle the job yourself.

In any case, ACT QUICKLY. Mold damages what it grows on. The longer it grows the more damage it can cause.

If you choose to hire a contractor to do the cleanup, make sure the contractor has experience cleaning up mold. Check references and ask the contractor to follow the recommendations in EPA's Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings, the guidelines of the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH), or other guidelines from professional or government organizations.

Mitigating Mold

If you suspect that the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) system may be contaminated with mold (it is part of an identified moisture problem, for instance, or there is mold near the intake to the system), do not run the HVAC system. It could spread mold throughout your home or business.

If the water and/or mold damage was caused by sewage or other contaminated water, then call in a professional who has experience cleaning and fixing buildings damaged by contaminated water.

Absorbent or porous materials, such as ceiling tiles and carpet, may have to be thrown away if they become moldy. Mold can grow on or fill in the empty spaces and crevices of porous materials, so the mold may be difficult or impossible to remove complecalltoy. Do not paint or caulk moldy surfaces. Clean up the mold and dry the surfaces before painting. Paint applied over moldy surfaces is likely to peel.

If you are unsure about how to clean an item, or if the item is expensive or of sentimental value, you may wish to consult a specialist. Specialists in furniture repair, restoration, painting, art restoration and conservation, carpet and rug cleaning, water damage, and fire or water restoration are commonly listed in phone books. Be sure to ask for and check references. Look for specialists who are affiliated with professional organizations.

That’s us, Classic Restoration and Reconstruction.

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Classic Restoration and Reconstruction is a private business owned and operated by Florida native, Michael Huss. Learn more about us.

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