SERVPRO gives tips regarding mold !

9/4/2024 (Permalink)

Mold is a very tricky subject, SERVPRO wants to keep our community aware when it comes to all things mold related.

SERVPRO of North Clackamas and Happy Valley wanted to take the time out to make sure the communities we serve are prepared for any and all mold losses. Fungi and mold naturally occur in our environment; in fact over 100,000 kinds of fungi have been identified. Fungi produce some very useful results. Yeast is a type of fungi used in preparing bread, baked goods, and other food products, including some alcoholic beverages. The unique flavor of blue cheese is a result of mold, an edible mushroom is simply a type of fungi and lifesaving penicillin is a product of mold.

Even though some forms of mold can add value to our lives, other forms can be harmful. Excessive amounts of mold, different types of mold, and/or exposure to molds may present health concerns for some people. Health concerns may arise when excessive mold grows indoors. Concerns are more likely to rise for “at risk” people, which might include immune suppressed or compromised individuals, young children, and individuals with chronic inflammatory lung diseases such as asthma and severe allergies, However, anyone may experience health problems associated with exposure to mold in damp buildings. Possible health effects include runny nose, sneezing, coughing, aggravation of asthma, sore throat, or inflammation of the sinuses.

The individuals most likely at risk are infants or children, pregnant women, the elderly, people with compromised respiratory systems or asthma and allergies, and people with weakened immune systems. No matter the time or location SERVPRO of North Clackamas and Happy Valley is here to help 24 hours a day 365 days a year. SERVPRO of North Clackamas and Happy Valley professionals can give you peace of mind by helping make it “ Like it never even happened”. Whenever there is a call out to SERVPRO of North Clackamas and Happy Valley is ready to meet that need. No matter the time or place or time you can always count on SERVPRO of North Clackamas and Happy Valley To be there for you or your business. If you have any questions or ever need our assistance we are always here to help, just give us a call at (503)652-3997.