Molds reproduce by releasing tiny spores which are invisible to the naked eye. Mold spores are constantly floating through indoor and outdoor air, but when they land on a moist surface they can begin to grow. Molds perform a necessary role in nature by breaking down dead organic matter, but mold growth indoors must be avoided. Mold eats away at organic materials, including paper, drywall, wood, and some carpets, so when left untreated, it can lead to severe damage.

Mold can be an allergen (respiratory irritant) which affects different people in different ways. Concerns about mold have increased as the public has become more aware that exposure to mold can cause a variety of health effects and symptoms.

Property Physicians technicians are trained and certified to contain and remove mold from affected areas of a home or other structure without contaminating surrounding areas. We build special containments around affected areas and use high-tech industrial-grade “air scrubbing”equipment to filter excessive mold spores and particles from the surrounding air.

If it is suspected that the heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC) system may be contaminated with mold, for example, if it is part of an identified moisture problem, or if there is mold near an intake to the system – DO NOT run the HVAC system because it could spread mold spores throughout the building.

Click here to link to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home.