The mold factor - mold issues, health effects and cleanup

Mold does not shy away from busy commercial or industrial sites.

On the contrary -- as a natural part of the environment, airborne mold spores will start to grow anywhere if they land on spots with sufficient moisture and humidity.

In commercial buildings, moisture and subsequent mold problems often stem from roof leaks, landscaping or gutters that direct water into or under the building, unvented combustion appliances and insufficient maintenance.


Exposure to mold can affect workers' and occupants' health

If these issues are not addressed, the occupants or workers in a building can be exposed to mold and develop serious health problems, starting with irritation in the nose, eyes and throat.

As public outcries over mold problems in schools show (Haughton Middle School, Louisiana, and an Andrew Jackson Middle School in Kanawha, West Virginia, both in 2009), failure to provide good IAQ can lead to damaged reputations and legal action, not to mention the anxiety and anger parents will feel over their child’s compromised health.


Mold remediation needs to be done right

To control mold in commercial buildings or schools, maintenance workers or superintendents need to address humidity issues first.

During cleanup, they need to make sure that the irritants, toxins and pollutants associated with molds won’t bother people on site who may be sensitive to them. The cleanup is best done at a time when the least number of people are around. It’s not enough to just kill the mold; it needs to be removed as well.

If the mold covers an extensive area, it's best to get advice from an environmental consultant or hygienist and professional remediation services.


Air purifiers provide cleaner air

Electrocorp offers a variety of stand-alone, industrial-strength air purification systems that address not only live airborne bacteria and fungi, but also provide superior particle and chemical filtration capabilities.

An air purifier provides better, cleaner and more breathable air. Learn more about Electrocorp’s powerful air cleaners for schools, universities and commercial buildings and air filtration systems for mold and asbestos remediation.