Mold Remediation
Maryland & Virginia Mold Remediation
Abell’s Biohazard Cleanup employs experienced & knowledgeable mold remediation technicians. Our team will perform several steps to identify, contain and remove or encapsulate the mold. Additional steps may be needed to fix or repair the source of moisture. Minor repairs can typically be performed by our technicians. For more involved repairs, we may hire a sub-contractor or recommend one to you.
Is Mold Harmful?
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, “Molds are usually not a problem indoors, unless mold spores land on a wet or damp spot and begin growing. Molds have the potential to cause health problems. Molds produce allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions) and irritants. 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.
Allergic reactions to mold are common. They can be immediate or delayed. Molds 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.”
Some Important Facts About Mold:
- Health ProblemsPotential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposures include allergic reactions, asthma and other respiratory complaints
- Control MoistureIf mold is a problem in your home or school, you must clean up the mold and eliminate sources of moisture. Fix the source of the water problem or leak to prevent mold growth.
- HumidityReduce indoor humidity (to 30-60%) to decrease mold growth by: Venting bathrooms, dryers and other moisture-generating sources to the outside Using air conditioners and de-humidifiers Increasing ventilation Using exhaust fans whenever cooking, dishwashing and cleaning
- CondensationPrevent condensation: Reduce the potential for condensation on cold surfaces (i.e., windows, piping, exterior walls, roof, or floors) by adding insulation
- Mold is CommonMolds can be found almost anywhere; they can grow on virtually any substance, providing moisture is present. There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods
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Service Area
- Baltimore, MD
- Columbia, MD
- Germantown, MD
- Frederick, MD
- Waldorf, MD
- Silver Spring, MD
- Ellicott City, MD
- Glen Burnie, MD
- Gaithersburg, MD
- Bethesda, MD
- Rockville, MD
- Dundalk, MD
- Severn, MD
- Bel Air South, MD
- Towson, MD
- Bowie, MD
- Aspen Hill, MD
- Wheaton, MD
- North Bethesda, MD
- And, other Maryland Cities
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Chesapeake, VA
- Arlington, VA
- Norfolk, VA
- Newport News, VA
- Alexandria, VA
- Hampton, VA
- Suffolk, VA
- Roanoke, VA
- Portsmouth, VA
- Lynchburg, VA
- Dale City, VA
- Centreville, VA
- Reston, VA
- Harrisonburg, VA
- McLean, VA
- Tuckahoe, VA
- Ashburn, VA
- Blacksburg, VA
- And, other Virginia Cities