St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration Issues Warning on the Dangers of Mold and Why Mold Remediation Is Critical

St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration has issued a warning on the dangers of mold. Although many homeowners will take mold seriously, the company is concerned that they do not fully understand the true nature of the problem. Mold is dangerous and expert mold remediation and removal are not only important, but critical.

St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration is a local family-owned and operated company that provides professional mold remediation services amongst others to the St. Louis area. They have been serving St. Louis families and businesses since 1991. Everyone has experienced mold at some time in their life but not everyone is aware of just how dangerous mold can be. Not only that but few are aware how difficult it can be to eradicate. It is rarely a problem that can be handled by the homeowner.

Mold grows on literally any substance and appears when moisture, particularly excessive moisture, is present. Initially, only a small amount of mold may be visible, and it may not appear significant. What is visible may only be the tip of the iceberg and the problem may be bigger than it appears. Mold spores are responsible for causing many health problems and although adverse reactions are minor for some, they can be significant for others. Mold exposures can have a wide variety of adverse health effects, the severity of which will depend on the individual concerned. Throat irritation, eye irritation, coughing, wheezing, nasal issues, and skin irritation are all considered normal reactions to mold.

Mold should always be taken seriously because what is visible may hide a much greater problem underneath. Mold on the surface of wallpaper, for example, may not look much, but remove that wallpaper and it may reveal a major infestation. It is vital to fully assess any appearance of mold. If the mold is significant, such as mold resulting from flooding, whether just a single room or the whole house is affected, the problem can be far more dangerous because abnormally high levels of mold spores may be present. Some of those molds can be especially dangerous and exposure can lead to life-threatening conditions.

Professional attention is an absolute must when mold appears. St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration specializes in mold removal and remediation services. Over the years the company has established a professional routine to deal with mold. The routine starts with an inspection and an assessment of the problem. Once that has happened and the cost estimate has been agreed to by the client, work can begin.

Health and safety are of paramount importance and the next step includes the construction of containment barriers. This is done to prevent the further spread of mold spores. Contents from the affected areas are then sealed and removed to the company’s specialized cleaning and restoration area.

St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration technicians will then stabilize the environment so that moisture levels are controlled. This is critical in preventing another infestation. If there is mold within an air system, it will be cleaned with proprietary equipment and treated with an anti-microbial solution. Once all these steps have been taken technicians will undertake environmental testing. Successful completion of testing is the last step in the company’s routine. The premises will then be ready for reconstruction.

Dave Eccleston, a St. Louis resident, said, “We had a pipe leak in the bathroom which flooded the room. That got fixed but after a while mold appeared on the wallpaper. It was only a small area, so we didn’t think much of it until my wife started breaking out. The doctor said it could be an allergic reaction to mold. We called St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration and they did an inspection. They removed the wallpaper and I couldn’t believe just how much mold was on the wall underneath.”

Mold removal and remediation are critical processes and corners are never cut by company technicians. St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration’s professional system of containment, cleaning, and environmental stabilization ensures that a home or office is fully restored to a safe standard. Safe standards can only be assured by expert mold remediation.

The scale of a mold problem is not always immediately evident. It may not seem significant to the untrained eye but to the experienced professional it can tell a very different story. If left untreated, mold can become a major issue. It should always be taken seriously.

Homeowners and business owners who suspect they have a mold problem can get in touch with St. Louis Cleaning and Restoration by visiting their website. There is an online contact form available for visitors needing a consultation. In addition, a phone number is provided for those who prefer to communicate in that way.