Some Common Misconceptions About Mold

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BLEACH AND DETERGENT MOLD REMOVAL IS ADEQUATE
The use of detergent in mold removal is a long standing recommendation. A simple detergent solution can in some small cases of mold infiltration clean the area, however if the moisture cause of the mold is not addressed the mold will simply keep returning. Mold is not always in an easily accessible area and therefore “hidden.” One common area that is not easily accessible is the heating ventilation and air conditioning system. Mold in hidden or inaccessible areas cannot be solved by a simple solution such as this.

ONLY DIRTY HOUSES HAVE MOLD PROBLEMS
Mold is naturally present in the air both inside and out. All homes can be affected given the right circumstances. A broken pipe, a flooded basement, a damp cellar, a leak in the roof, a area of condensation inside a wall, none of these causes has anything to do with a dirty house yet they are all common causes of mold infestation.

MOLD REMEDIATION IN PART OF A HOUSE IS ADEQUATE
A common misconception about mold remediation is that cleaning of the immediate site is enough to cure a mold infestation problem. This however is not always the case. With mold spores present and concentrated in the home, often it is necessary to address moisture issues throughout the home, especially after a mold infestation in one area of the home has been discovered. The most common sites for flooding and dampness, and thus mold infestation, are the attic and the basement.

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