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Got MOLD?

If the moldy area is less than about 10 square feet (less than roughly a 3 ft. by 3 ft. patch), in most cases, you can handle the job yourself following the guidelines set forth by the EPA.
This information is available free by calling the EPA Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse at (800) 438-4318, or click here at epa.gov/mold/mold_remediation.html .
If you have health concerns, consult a health professional before starting cleanup
The most important fact to remember about mold is ---It will keep coming back until you determine the source of the moisture and correct it!! So if you are a Do-It-Yourselfer, don't forget to fix the source of the moisture.

You need help determining the source of the moisture which is creating the environment where mold can thrive
You suspect that the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) system may be contaminated with mold (it is part of an identified moisture problem, for instance, or there is mold near the intake to the system), If this is the case, do not run the HVAC system if you know or suspect that it is contaminated with mold - it could spread mold throughout the building. A helpful website for more info is epa.gov/iaq/pubs/airduct.html
If the water and/or mold damage was caused by sewage or other contaminated water - We have the appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment necessary for this kind of work
The moldy area is greater than 10 square feet

Now we're finally getting down to business! As you suspected, the cost of cleaning up mold depends on multiple factors - the location of the mold, the size of the moldy area, and whether the mold has caused structural damage which requires selective demolition. If the mold problem is not properly and promptly addressed the cost of repairing structural damage, warp, decay and dry rot is usually much higher.
Unfortunately there is no rule of thumb that can help determine the cost for your situation so we offer the next best thing -a free, no obligation estimate Toll Free 866-934-2374

Can Mold Cause Health Problems?

Molds are usually not a problem indoors, unless mold spores land on a wet or damp spot and begin growing. But, molds have the potential to cause health problems.
Molds produce allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances (mycotoxins). Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Allergic responses include hay fever-type symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash (dermatitis). Allergic reactions to mold are common. They can be immediate or delayed.
Molds can also cause asthma attacks in people with asthma who are allergic to mold.
In addition, mold exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both mold-allergic and non-allergic people. Symptoms other than the allergic and irritant types are not commonly reported as a result of inhaling mold. Research on mold and health effects is ongoing. This website does not describe all potential health effects related to mold exposure and is not intended as medical advice. For more detailed information consult a health professional. You may also wish to consult your state or local health department.

This website was developed exclusively for Banner Environmental Services

using information and recommendations supplied by the US Environmental Protection Agency.