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Commercial Mold Remediation

In many ways, mold is the scariest thing that can happen to your business. It’s not always visible or obvious, like fire or water damage. Nonetheless, it poses a severe hazard to the health of you and your employees!

You’re likely wondering whether your business needs any commercial mold remediation. That’s why we put together this handy guide. Read on to discover the symptoms of mold and what to do about it!

WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE

When you’re trying to figure out if you need commercial mold remediation, it usually comes down to water. Specifically, it comes down to how much water your office regularly deals with.

Think about it. When you notice mold at home, it’s usually in your bathroom. This is because water causes mold, so figuring out if your office needs mold remediation often comes down to how big your business really is.

Mold is often found in places like basements, attics, crawl spaces, and wall interiors. It also develops more easily in humid areas, and any office that has been unexpectedly flooded may be at risk of developing mold.

Of course, we’re just talking about the likelihood of encountering mold. If you’re worried at all your office may be infected, you should call a pro to schedule an inspection!

DISCOLORED AREAS

Unfortunately, it’s very easy for mold to go unseen for a long time. Sometimes, this comes down to the fact that it’s in hard to see areas such as wall interiors. Other times, though, it comes down to the fact that people don’t always know what to look for!

One big clue to a mold issue in your office is discolored walls. We say “discolored” because mold actually comes in a variety of colors that ranges from black to pastel. So while there is no one magic color that identifies mold, you can always be on the lookout for walls and other surfaces that no longer look like they are supposed to look.

Keep in mind that by the time an area is discolored, mold has been there for a long time. This is a sure sign you need to call in a pro!

WEIRD ODORS

Strange odors can be a sign that you have mold inside your office. And no, funny guy—we’re not talking about odors from your employees!

While it’s not universal, some molds have a specific smell while they are colonizing an area. The smell itself is a kind of musty odor. However, you shouldn’t rely on smell alone.

As we mentioned earlier, mold often develops in places like attics or basements that may have a musty odor due to other reasons. However, if there is a musty odor along with any other signs, then you really need commercial mold remediation!

HEALTH ISSUES

In some ways, we saved the worst for last. One of the scariest signs that you need commercial mold remediation for your business is if your employees begin experiencing health issues.

Prolonged exposure to mold can result in a variety of negative health effects. This includes respiratory problems, headaches, congestion, fatigue, and more. Many symptoms that you might associate with those who have allergies can also be symptoms caused by mold.

Obviously, because other factors can cause these issues, it’s important to figure out if mold is really the culprit. But if you have lots of employees who are experiencing issues like this, it may be that mold is the root cause!

WHY YOU NEED A PRO

When it comes to mold, it’s important to hire professionals. If you try to do everything yourself, you may miss some crucial areas; and if you just hire a general contractor, they may not know what they are doing.

At Restoration One, we are mold specialists. We have the tech and we have the team to quickly identify and remove any mold infestations. If you’re worried about the health of your employees, then give us a call today!