Mold Removing

hiring a certified professional

Did you know it is possible to become certified in mold removing? Cleaning mold can be quite a challenge because if there is visible mold in the home, there is often additional mold in places where it cannot easily be seen. In addition, cleaning mold can actually be dangerous because if you inhale mold spores, they can make you ill. Those certified in removing mold know how to do a thorough job, removing both the visible mold and the hidden mold, and they also know how to do the job safely.

Who Certifies Professional Mold Removers?

Numerous organizations certify professionals in removing mold. Organizations include the National Organization of Remediators and Mold Inspectors, the Professional Mold Inspection Institute (PMII), the Mold Inspection Consulting and Remediation Organization (MICRO), and RespirNet.

Note that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued some guidelines or recommendations for dealing with mold in the home but does not certify mold removal professionals. However, if you are hiring a mold removal professional, you can ask if he is familiar with and follows the EPA guidelines.

It’s possible to be certified by more than one organization. If you’re going to hire a professional, ask if he’s certified by any organizations and if so, which ones. You can contact those organizations if you wish to verify that he’s certified and remains in good standing with them.

What Do You Have to Do to Get Certified?

Different organizations have different qualifications that must be met in order to get certified in mold removing. It’s easier to get certified by some organizations than others and takes longer with some organizations than with others.

Some organizations require you to attend a series of classes while others allow you to take classes over the internet. Those that only take classes online may be less prepared for the job than those that attended classes in person.

Some organizations require you to get some experience cleaning mold before you can become certified while others do not. Hands-on experience definitely helps prepare you for the job.

If you’re going to hire a certified professional, ask what he was required to do in order to get certified. Make sure you feel the training program was adequate to prepare him for the job. You should also find out how much experience he has. You can ask for references so you can speak to some prior customers to find out if they were satisfied with the work they had done.

Is a Certified Professional Really Necessary for Cleaning Mold?

Some people prefer cleaning mold up themselves instead of hiring a professional. That might work out OK if they only have a little mold, but it can be difficult to really determine how much mold you have. You might only see mold on the bathroom wall but there may actually be mold growing inside the wall as well. You should note that the EPA guidelines recommend, among other things, calling in a professional if you have mold covering an area greater than ten square feet.

Mold removing can be more difficult than you might think. Not only do you have to worry about hidden mold, there are safety concerns to consider. Mold spores, whether alive or dead, can lead to serious health problems if inhaled. Certified mold removing specialists know how to remove mold safely and they also have all the necessary safety equipment.

Certified mold removal specialists also know what needs to be done in order to prevent another mold problem in the future, which is very important. Mold problems develop for a reason, and if the problem is not corrected mold will just return.

Why You Should Have A Free Consultation With A Mold Removal Specialist:

They will come to you for no charge and give a free assessment of the situation.
They will help you find mold that you may not have seen. This is very important because if you miss any mold, it will just grow back and spread.
You will get a price quote that includes a detailed mold treatment plan.
They will give you tips and advice so that even if you decide to do the cleanup yourself, you will know exactly what to do and what to expect.

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