It's important to understand what mold is and why it grows. Every kind of mold is a fungus, and share biology with mushrooms and lichens, for example. The mold that is dangerous to you and your family is relatively uncommon in the fungus kingdom, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't dangerous. However, some are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be cleaned up and completely removed.

The best plan is to contact a black mold remediation Effingham IL company to clear the mold if it is more than 36 square inches.. If you see mold, there is probably more behind walls, in attics and elsewhere.

Before you schedule an appointment with any company, make sure that they are licensed and registered properly and that they are certified by organizations such as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration. The State Office of Consumer Protection is a good place to begin, and you should check for affiliations such as as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration.

Mold left to grow sends off spores, which act like seeds and can cause damage to spread rapidly. If not, mold growths will continue to feast on your home or business and will destroy your things.