Stachybotrys Mold and Remediation
Stachybotrys mold is a mold that appears dark green to black in color. It grows on materials containing cellulose, a component of the cell wall of plants, that is in many different items used in the building and decorating of homes. Wood, paper, insulation, clothing, carpeting, upholstery, and other such items are all susceptible to Stachybotrys mold. It is spread by spores that are drifting in the air, attached to items, or carried by humans or animals. When the spores land in a location that contains enough moisture, they begin to grow. Areas where there are leakages or excessive wetness are vulnerable to Stachybotrys mold, ducts can also be the home to Stachybotrys mold. Although Stachybotrys mold itself is not a toxin, it has the capability to create toxins that can cause illness in humans and animals.
Stachybotrys mold can often be seen without the aid of special equipment, but further testing may need to be done to ensure that the mold is Stachybotrys mold, and not another type of mold. If a building or items contain Stachybotrys mold, then Stachybotrys mold remediation is necessary to help ensure the buildingâs safety. Mold remediation is the removal of mold. There are several ways to cleanup Stachybotrys mold. Areas where mold is suspected should be thoroughly inspected; some areas where Stachybotrys mold grows may not be easily visible, such as in walls or vents. Mold that is found will need to be treated; there are several different methods that can be used to destroy Stachybotrys mold. Items heavily infested with Stachybotrys or that cannot be properly treated will need to be removed to stop further spread of the mold. Thorough Stachybotrys mold remediation can involve a considerable amount of work and care. Tasks to ensure that all Stachybotrys mold is removed can include going inside walls, checking pipes under cabinets, sanding of wood, or the removal of carpet. Hiring professionals to handle Stachybotrys mold remediation may be necessary.