What Not to Do If You Discover Mold in Your Home in Fort Myers Beach?

11/12/2024 (Permalink)

We are trusted leaders in mold remediation services in Lee County.

Our local Sanibel/Captiva Island/Fort Myers Beach teams are highly trained and certified to restore mold damage in Fort Myers Beach. When you discover a mold outbreak in your home, taking some actions can actually worsen the problem.

First, resist the temptation to clean or disturb the mold yourself. Without proper containment, mold spores can become airborne and spread to other areas of the house, worsening the damage and making professional remediation more difficult.

Do not use bleach or harsh chemicals to treat the mold. While bleach may seem like a quick fix, it often fails to address the root cause of the problem, particularly on porous materials like drywall or wood. Using bleach can also produce toxic fumes, posing a health risk.

Another critical mistake is turning on fans or opening windows to air out the affected area. This can inadvertently spread mold spores throughout the home. Additionally, avoid moving contaminated materials such as moldy furniture or carpeting, as this can release spores into the air.

The safest approach is to isolate the area and call our mold remediation professionals who can properly contain and treat the mold without risking further spread.

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When your home or commercial business has a mold problem, our teams in Sanibel/Captiva Island/Fort Myers Beach are Here to Help®. Contact us today at 239-312-7605.

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