How Do I Get Rid of Mold Odor?

10/9/2020 (Permalink)

Mold damage in Mesa, AZ

If you have had a mold infestation in your Mesa, AZ, home, you have probably noticed a distinct odor that lingers through restoration efforts. If you are worried whether the odor you have noticed is a sign that further restoration is needed, you are right to be concerned. Hazardous mycotoxin particles that mold produce are an indication that airborne fungal material is still present in your home.

What is Mold?

All species of mold are actually tiny fungal organisms that spread by distributing airborne spores. Since mold plays a vital role in outdoor ecosystems, it is present to some degree in every environment. Although every home contains at least a small amount of fungal buildup, it can often be easy for homeowners to overlook a bigger problem. Obvious signs of a problem include:

• A distinct, musty odor
  
• Visible patches of dark material on wet surfaces
  
• Positive mold testing kit results
  
• Signs of decay on wood or other porous surfaces
  
  

Unfortunately, not all infestations are immediately apparent. The only way to clearly determine whether your home has been affected is by having a professional perform an inspection.
Removing Airborne Particles
Mycotoxin particles should be purposefully removed only after your home has been restored by a remediation professional. This will prevent mold from recolonizing spaces that you have just cleaned. Since odor-causing particles must be airborne in order for you to smell them, clearing the air using a HEPA air filtration device will reduce unpleasant smells while preventing the litany of problems that an entrenched mold infestation can create for you and your family.
Mycotoxin particles and mold buildup can make life at home less relaxing for you and your loved ones. A home that is free of mold odor and other signs of an infestation, conversely, is one that you can enjoy fully. A mold remediation expert can restore your home to normal and ensure that there is no need for costly repeated treatments.