Mold and Health Risks

3/21/2017 (Permalink)

Mold Remediation

We at SERVPRO deal with customers that have mold issues every day and the health concerns that come along with it. We are here to help! 

Health concerns may arise when excessive mold grows indoors. Concerns are more likely to arise for "at risk" people, which might include immune suppressed or compromised individuals, young children and individuals with chronic inflammatory lung diseases such as asthma and severe allergies. However, anyone may experience health problems associated with exposure to mold in damp buildings. Possible health effects include: runny nose, sneezing, coughing, aggravation of asthma, sore throat or inflammation of the sinuses. People most at risk include:

-Infants and children

-Pregnant women

-The elderly

-People with compromised respiratory systems or asthma and allergies

-People with weakened immune system

If you think you have a mold problem, call (248) 427-1500. A SERVPRPO technician trained in mold remediation will examine the structure for any visible signs of mold. In the event mold is found, you will be asked to approve and sign a work authorization form prior to any mold cleanup or related work being performed.The technician may also recommend you leave the affected area while the mold cleanup and associated containment process is being safely completed.