Mold is not only unsightly, but it can adversely affect your health, particularly if you are sensitive to the spores or have existing respiratory concerns.  Many people attempt to manage mold in their homes by spraying it with chemicals not realizing that many molds are biologically geared to release toxins as a defense.  Due to this fact ERS only performs mold remediation through removal.  We work with Industrial Hygienists to accurately pinpoint mold location and type to ensure complete cleanup and removal. Affected areas of the home are contained and specialized equipment is used to clean the air and prevent further contamination.  Furniture and belongings are treated with highly effective yet 100% botanical cleansers.   Protect yourself and your family by calling ERS mold professionals handle your mold remediation.   Question   How do molds affect people?     Answer    Mold is usually not a problem indoors, unless mold spores land on a wet or damp spot and begin growing.  Mold has the potential to cause health problems.  Mold produces allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances (mycotoxins).  Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.  Allergic responses include hay fever-type symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash (dermatitis).  Allergic reactions to mold are common.  They can be immediate or delayed.  Mold can also cause asthma attacks in people with asthma who are allergic to mold.  In addition, mold exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both mold-allergic and non-allergic people.  Symptoms other than the allergic and irritant types are not commonly reported as a result of inhaling mold.  Research on mold and health effects is ongoing.  For more detailed information consult a health professional.  You may also wish to consult your state or local health department. Question    Should I use bleach to clean up mold? Answer The use of a chemical or biocide that kills organisms such as mold (chlorine bleach, for example) is not recommended as a routine practice during mold cleanup. Please note: Dead mold may still cause allergic reactions in some people, so it is not enough to simply kill the mold, it must also be removed.