Guardian Mold Prevent

So you have discovered mold on your property and you are concerned. Don't panic. Most mold is non-toxic. You are exposed to mold on a daily basis. Molds can be found almost anywhere; they can grow on virtually any organic substance, as long as moisture and oxygen are present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, foods, and insulation. When excessive moisture accumulates in buildings or on building materials, mold growth can occur, particularly if the moisture problem goes unaddressed for some time.

We are certified mold inspectors. Our teams are highly trained professionals, skilled at assessing mold colonies and identifying the root cause of mold growth. At Guardian mold, we start by interviewing property occupants for experiential details regarding mold issues. A solid history of the progression of mold is most telltale as to its origins and is also often helpful in determining the type of mold as well. Mold can be extremely covert, hidden from sight and hard to find. We know that moisture is the key element to mold survival and much like a detective chasing down a suspect, we look for clues about mold from the most common sources within the property including sump pump closets, basements, attics, in an around plumbing fixtures, sinks, garages, and outdoors as needed.

Guardian Mold provides mold removal and mold prevention services throughout Dupage County. The mold issues we find in many Dupage County homes include attic mold, bathroom mold, basement mold, mold in crawls spaces, and occasionally mold in laundry rooms. Regardless of where we find mold, it is always the result of underlying moisture issues. In Dupage and surrounding areas, we see basement mold as a result of lower level bathroom leaks, leaking pipes, under/ behind washing machines, ground water seepage, humidity levels and following flood events where the basement was not fully dried.

It may be tempting to address mold problems on your own using bleach or other ineffective chemicals. Even hiring an untrained handyman type to clean up your mold could be a costly mistake. In most cases doing so may do more harm than good. Improper handling of mold can actually spread mold spores, potentially contaminating other areas of your property and/or have a negative impact on indoor air quality. Dealing with mold professionals that understand exactly how various mold strains reproduce and thrive, is usually the most cost effective remediation route.