Awareness about the dangers of mold has increased in the past
few decades. Mold toxicity, once unrecognized even by qualified doctors with
advanced medical degrees, is a threat that many laypeople recognize as a
potential cause of respiratory issues and a danger to those with weakened
immune systems. 22News in Springfield
Massachusetts recently did a
piece on the two keys to controlling mold in your home
: moisture control, and acting quickly.
22News brought in a mold remediation specialist with a thermal
imaging camera to detect all the areas with moisture and potential mold growth.
They found mold in areas that the homeowner did not expect to look: pans in the
refrigerator, in the woodwork in the basement, in the drip pan of the washing
machine, underneath shampoo bottles in the bathroom, and even in the humidifier
in the baby’s room.
22News Recommendations
for Preventing Mold:
n fixing plumbing and water leaks as soon as
possible;
n scrubbing mold off hard surfaces with
detergent and water, and drying completely;
n disposing of porous materials like ceilings or
carpet because the mold may be difficult or impossible to fully remove;
n and by increasing ventilation and cleaning
frequency if you have any area of your house that is particularly susceptible
to mold growth.
PowerBees, a mold
removal company in the Northeast, can help you locate and destroy mold in your
home. If you contact PowerBees, we will send a licensed and certified inspector
to determine the locations that you may have mold. Our top-notch testing
services will be able to determine whether you need additional remediation
services or if you just need to implement some minor cleanup and additional
preventative measures for your home.
