Mold Damage - ER Contracting

ER Contracting offers extensive commercial and residential mold removal services to Houston residents.

Excessive amounts of mold have been linked to numerous health concerns. For the well being of you and your family, it is essential to address the issue upon discovery. If you have recently found mold on your property, you need to arrange for a professional company–like ER contracting–to conduct mold removal and remediation services. ER Contracting has the proper equipment and cleaning solutions to obliterate mold damage and prevent future mold growth.

Water damage is the leading cause of mold growth in your home or business. Because of this type of catastrophe’s unforeseen nature, it is essential to get professionals on-site to handle your clean up promptly, thereby preventing mold growth. If you have suffered from a recent water damage event, or suspect mold growth at your property, do not hesitate to call our office.

Causes of Mold Growth

Did you know that mold growth occurs naturally? Mold plays a vital part in our environment because it breaks down and digests organic materials. Although mold is present in significant quantities outdoors, it can be a problem when found growing in cramped spaces indoors. Mold inside your home can be problematic because it begins to erode your home or business’s integral structural components.

Mold damage is often the result of a water leak, high humidity, or recent water damage. Mold requires moisture to grow, and it can be one of the first indications that water damage is present on your property.

These are the four signs to look for to identify the presence of excessive mold:
• Visible mold.
• Musty odors.
• Past moisture problems.
• Extremely humid environment.

If you notice or suspect mold growth on your Houston property, have an ER Contracting professional check for mold growth and any water damage signs. If mold is detected, we can help advise you about its cause and create an action plan to safely and thoroughly remove the mold damage.

Common Health Risks of Mold Damage

Mold is a known allergen and is linked to causing various allergic symptoms for those sensitive to mold spores. Some types of mold varieties have been known to cause more severe reactions and put long-term health at risk. Regardless of type, we consider all types of mold to be hazardous.

Due to the health risks correlated with mold in your home, it is best to have a specialized mold remediation company remove it as soon as possible. Different types of mold will potentially cause different reactions. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), all present molds may cause the following health issues:

• Headaches
• Breathing difficulties
• Asthma attacks
• Persistent cough or cold symptoms
• Irritation and itchiness of the eyes, nose, throat or lungs
• Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
• Skin irritation
• Allergic reactions
• Opportunistic infections to immune-compromised humans

Contact Us

The experts at ER Contracting are trained in the proper handling of mold spores. It’s always best to consult with a professional before disturbing any mold found in your home. When mold is disturbed, the spores become airborne, increasing the density of mold in the air and increasing the risk of inhalation. Without the correct protective equipment, there is a considerable risk of inhaling mold and suffering from associated adverse health consequences.

Because mold growth is not always visible, it’s essential to enlist a mold remediation professional who can locate the mold’s source and provide a safe remediation plan to remove the mold from your property. If you believe you may have mold in your home or business, give us a call today, and we will have one of our certified professionals inspect your property.