What Is Black Mold in Camden County, NJ and Surrounding Area

7/12/2017 (Permalink)

What Is Black Mold?

Black Molds scientific name is stachybotrys chartarum it is commonly referred as “black mold” or “toxic mold”. Any mold grow should be taken with caution and you should contact a trained professional like SERVPRO of Mount Ephraim/ Bellmawr who are trained in mold remediation. Mold grow usually occurs after a water damage for example a recent storm, flooding, or it can occur from an overflowing toilet or sink, and a broken washing machine. Mold grow can occur and spread throughout a house in 48-72 hours after a water emergency.  

What You Should Do If You See Mold   

• Stay out of affected areas.

• Turn off the HVAC system and fans.

• Call SERVPRO of Mount Ephraim/ Bellmawr at (856) 349-7318

What NOT to Do:

• Don’t touch or disturb the mold.

• Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth.

• Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself.

• Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold.

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