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FAQ

Mold FAQ
Answers to Your Questions about Mold

At Angstrom, it is our goal to ensure your home or commercial building is safe and mold-free. We offer various mold removal services using green products to further guarantee you and your coworkers or family members are safe during the mold removal process. Below, our mold removal experts answered some of our customers’ frequently asked questions.

Are all forms of mold harmful?

Should I have the air ducts in my home cleaned?

No, not all molds are harmful. In fact, only a few molds can seriously hinder a human’s immune system. Some genus and species of mold may not be very toxic but, they may be much smaller in size. This allows hundreds of times more small spores migrate deeper into the lungs causing very serious breathing issues or illness. Some molds can cause infections in people who have compromised immune systems. Those who have asthma also tend to suffer from mold problems more than those who do not have asthma. Those that are considered “Mold Sensitive” can not spend any time at all in a “mold sick” building. Our protocols and processes bring your indoor environment back to normal and safe levels getting you one step closer to “back to normal”.

We are not a licensed HVAC service provider.

We do know that when there is a mold problem in a building with a functioning HVAC system, there is a very high probability that your mold issue is also somewhere in that system of ducts full of fiberglass and collected dust.  Consult with your licensed HVAC service provider.

If you keep failing PRVs or IAQ – Indoor Air Quality Tests due to mold spores and hyphal fragments showing up, you may have mold hidden in the HVAC system. 

Are there certain building materials / designs that can help prevent mold growth?

What are biological pollutants and can they affect indoor air quality?

Again, since mold is attracted to moist environments, specific building materials and designs cannot necessarily prevent mold growth. Wherever you have a constant leak or form of moisture, mold can grow in your building. If your building is not well-ventilated, mold can grow at a rapid rate.
Biological pollutants are objects such as bacteria, molds, mildew, viruses, animal dander, cat saliva, house dust, mites, cockroaches, and pollen. All these things can negatively affect your indoor air quality, as they are contaminants and can cause serious health problems. By controlling the humidity level in your home, you can curb the growth of some biological contaminants.

Can I prevent mold from growing in my home or building?

While mold spores are present almost everywhere, it is possible to help prevent mold from growing in your home or building. Since mold is attracted to moist environments, it is imperative you resolve any leaks or moisture problems within your facility before mold can start to grow. If you notice you have a leak or moisture issue, call the experts at Indoor Green Solutions to inspect the area and perform water restoration services.

Do I need to have mold taken from my home tested or sampled?

If mold growth is visible, sampling may be unnecessary. Since the EPA does not have any set limits for mold or mold spores, sampling can’t be used to check your building’s compliance with federal mold standards.

What are important things to know about mold?

It is important to know the following when dealing with mold:

What causes mold to grow in my home?

How can I get rid of mold?

Since you may not be aware of what type of mold is growing in your home, we highly recommend hiring mold removal experts to remove mold from your home. We cannot only remove the mold, but resolve the problem causing the mold to grow.
Mold can grow in your home for various reasons. It is a part of our natural environment, but is attracted to moist, warm environments. Molds reproduce via tiny spores, which are invisible to the naked eye. These spores can cause serious health repercussions in those who inhale them.
If mold is growing in a small space in your home such a three feet by three feet area, you may be able to remove the mold yourself. The key to mold removal is removing the source of moisture the mold is feeding on. Scrub the mold off hard surfaces using detergent and water and thoroughly dry the surface. Fix all plumbing leaks and other present water problems to avoid needing to scrub the hard surface again. If any porous material has mold growth on it, it should be thrown away and replaced.

What if I have mold in a large building?

If you have mold in your building, we suggest you start with the Indoor Air Quality Building Evaluation and Assessment Model. This can help you determine how to best remove mold from your building via the EPA’s existing Building Air Quality guidelines.

What kind of health problems can mold cause?

How much mold exposure is harmful to humans?

There is no definite answer to this question. Since individuals react differently to mold, some people can tolerate mold more than others. Children under the age of one year can be more susceptible to the negative effects of mold, while older individuals may not experience any issues with mold or mold spores.
Molds produce allergens, irritants, and in extreme cases, potentially toxic substances called mycotoxins. If you inhale or touch mold or mold spores, you may suffer from an allergic reaction. Said symptoms of an allergic reaction include sneezing, running nose, red eyes, and a skin rash. People who have asthma can also suffer from mold-induced asthma attacks.

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