The Bane of Stains: Mold

When Mildew Takes a Step Up

In another article about carpet care we covered the subject of mildew. Mildew is a relatively easy form of mold to deal with. When treated promptly, it can typically be removed without leftover carpet damage – like most other stains. Mold is often a different story. If mold develops on your carpet and it is not dealt with quickly, the carpet is often destroyed and your health may go with it.

Mold usually has an unpleasant dark look and musty odor, producing spores that waft through your house. They can trigger allergic reactions and cause breathing difficulties. If you see mold on your carpet, it usually means there is a larger patch underneath. Moisture is present somewhere, because like mildew, mold is seldom seen in dry environments.

What To Do About Mold

Preferred Carpet Care specializes in mold remediation for Redding, as well as water damage restoration and carpet renovation. We also have approval from the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and observe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for mold remediation. Our years of experience and specialized equipment let us remove mold from compromised areas safely and efficiently.

If you find mold on your carpet, we do not suggest any type of do-it-yourself cleanup. Instead, we highly recommend professional mold remediation. Nevertheless, there are some steps you can take to keep yourself and your family safe.

• When investigating mold, wear disposable gloves and wear a respiratory mask for safety.
• Use HEPA-filtered ventilation to safely promote drying
• Search for and remove the source of moisture that is promoting mold growth
• Vacuum outlying areas and adjacent rooms thoroughly and repeatedly to remove mold spores
• Many molds prefer darkness, so increase the amount of sunlight in affected areas, if possible

Your health and safety are important! As soon as you suspect mold, give our office a call and describe the issue. You can also contact us here on our website to inform us of your needs. Depending on severity, a mold infestation can be a serious issue. At Preferred Carpet Care, we can make mold remediation a priority! Let us help you get rid of mold safely and effectively.