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Thursday, October 20, 2011

Water and Mold Damage

Once a flood or a leak has taken effect, it is important for you to take the necessary steps to ensure that mold is not given any chance of growing whatsoever. It is important to ensure that every item that was touched by water is allowed to dry.  You can use vacuums, fans as well as forced air to ensure that they are all completely dry.  There are several mold removal Atlanta companies which have the equipment required to make the drying process effective. With such help, you can now rest assured that the inside of the walls, floors as well as ceilings will be dried completely.  

The equipment has been designed to make the drying process possible because they have drill holes that help in pushing the jets turning on the air. The circulation of air in turn helps the items to dry up fast. This is beneficial in view of the fact that the growth of mold starts immediately within twenty four hours.
A lot of people have not recognized that the musty smell that tends to follow water damage is a clear indication of impending mold growth. This is a clear sign of mold spores that are actually airborne. This invisible form of mold is dangerous because it can be breathed into the lungs and, thereafter, makes someone sick. In case the same individual sneezes, the mold spores are again sent into the air.

Most people don’t understand what mold growth is and they hold inaccurate views about the subject of mold infestation.  In addition, they may not even realize that it can easily be spread, or know how long it can live, and how fast it can grow.  It is therefore very important to ensure that you know and understand everything about mold so that you can any problem it causes.

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