First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. All molds are fungi, just like mushrooms and lichens, for example. The mold that is toxic to you and your family is rare in the fungi kingdom, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't harmful. However, some are dangerous, so any mold you find indoors must be cleaned up and completely removed.

You should consider contacting these mold damage restoration Cary, NC companies even if you see less mold. If you see mold growth, there is probably more behind walls, in attics and elsewhere.

Before you select any company, make sure that they are certified properly and that they are approved by watchdogs such as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration.

Mold that is allowed to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can cause damage to spread in short order. If you don't, harmful mold will continue to feast on your structure and will destroy your possessions. Some types of mold, those that release toxic spores, can also cause major health problems ranging from neurological damage to breathing problems and mold-related illnesses and ongoing ill health. Mold can be especially harmful to infants, children, and anyone with a compromised immune system .