Mold can grow wherever you are, from your roof to pipes to windows to drywall to your windows. Mold growth is most likely to occur in areas that have moisture. Different symptoms can result from mold exposure for different people.
These are not all signs that mold may be present. There are many other signs that may indicate mold issues. We offer a free mold inspection, which has been a hallmark of our mold division for many years.
Can I remove black mold myself?Without constant moisture, mold will become inactive but they never die unless you get rid of them completely. They can always come back to life in the presence of moisture and multiply rapidly causing serious health problems.
Mildew refers to certain kinds of mold or fungus. The term mildew is often used generically to refer to mold growth, usually with a flat growth habit. Molds include all species of microscopic fungi that grow in the form of multicellular filaments, called hyphae.
If you go the DIY route while testing for black mold, you will need to purchase a mold testing kit from a hardware or home repair store, take samples of the air and affected areas yourself, and then send these in to a testing facility, which will report back as to which type of mold is present.