Mold and mildew are simple microscopic organisms called fungi; they live anywhere there is a damp environment. Mold is a necessity, without it leaves would not rot and soil enrichment would not happen. Mold has the power to destroy organic materials, if it would contain itself to leaves, there would be no problem, but unfortunately it attacks in our homes as well.
If you think you see the beginning stage of mold, which is mildew, you need to get mold inspection in San Diego involved. If you think you spot it, it will be first noticed on ceiling tiles, cardboard, wallpaper, curtains, furniture, etc. Anything which is organic is a target. The colony can blossom in as little as 24 hours, so getting mold inspection in San Diego done as quickly as possible is in your best interest.
Mold reproduces by spores which travel through the air. Mold will move throughout the house quickly on the air currents and land wherever it goes. If the area where it lands is the least bit damp, a new colony will begin. Mold eats organic materials and if the problem is not corrected, it will destroy anything adjacent to it; this process goes on and on. The mold will not only destroy your home, it is very detrimental to health as well.
Do you have mold in your home?
Water damage in your home can be caused by:
* Flooding
* A back-up of sewage
* Leaking roof or plumbing
* Damp basement
* Sink or bath overflows
* High humidity from clothes dryers or steam cooking
In any of these environments, mold will begin to grow within 24 to 48 hours, and it will keep growing until it is stopped, it will not die out as a matter of course. The source of moisture must be eliminated and the mold that has formed must also be eliminated. When doing a mold inspection in San Diego, look for visible signs of mold, such as discolored walls or ceilings and use your sense of smell, mold has a musty earth odor and is easy to detect.
First dry the house out:
If the electrical wiring is wet, turn off the power at the main switch. Have the electrical system checked by an electrician before you re-energize the system.
Open the house up as wide as possible to get fresh air flow. Open all the windows and doors. Set up fans and dehumidifiers, but only if the mold has not started to grow. If you run fans with active mold growth, you will just assist the spores in moving to other areas. Remove any furniture that has gotten wet to outdoors, this also holds true for bedding, rugs, etc. Wet carpet should be discarded; it cannot be saved once soaked through.
Vista Flood Restoration, Inc. is the correct company to contact for mold inspection in San Diego. They have all the proper equipment and facilities to identify the extent of the problem, and then rectify it.
