So, you think you have mold in your house. You’ve noticed a strange odor, and chances are, you’ve looked around for the cause. You might have located the mold in the bathroom, basement, or another area of your home. You or a family member may even be experiencing negative health symptoms because of it. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the presence of mold can cause symptoms as diverse as respiratory problems, fever, hair loss, dizziness, fatigue, and many more. Studies have shown that mold exposure during early childhood can even lead to lifelong allergies for your children.
You know you need to do something about the mold, but you’re worried the process might be too expensive. “Oh well,” you think, “I can save money by doing it myself! It can’t be that hard, right? I watch (insert the name of your favorite DIY home show here)!” Not so fast! Mold removal and remediation is a complex process. The CDC recommends wearing protective gloves and goggles during mold removal (those should be easy to find, right?). They also suggest using, at minimum, an N-95 respirator to protect your nose and mouth from inhaling mold spores (now that’s not something you can pick up at the local corner store!).
All jokes aside, mold in your home is no laughing matter, and experts recommend that you don’t attempt the removal process on your own. Hire someone who knows how to get rid of mold professionally.
How to Get Rid of Mold the Right Way
Mold Removal and Remediation in Chicago is serious business! There are many types of mold, each presenting its own specific challenges. A professional mold inspector is needed to identify, first, which kind of mold has taken root in your home, and second, which treatment will work best for removal and remediation. Some hardware stores sell Petri-dish kits that claim to identify mold in your home. Don’t fall for it. The CDC recommends hiring a qualified inspector certified by organizations like the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC), the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA).
Qualified inspectors are trained in the mold removal and remediation process. In the end, trying to handle mold removal and remediation in Chicago yourself doesn’t pay off. You might think you’re saving money, but in the long run, you’ll pay in many ways, not all monetary. After all, you can’t put a price on your health—or the health of your children and pets. As for financial damage? Doctor bills and the cost of repairing structural mold damage can add up quickly. In the end, it’s a case of “pay now or pay later.” It’s up to you to make the smart choice!
The CleanUP Guys know how to get rid of mold by offering specialized mold removal and remediation services at an affordable price. We provide residential and commercial mold detection, inspection, and removal! All CleanUP Guys technicians are fully certified, and all work comes with a guarantee and a warranty! Call now!