Bleach (a hypochlorite solution) can become inactivated when in contact with organic substances (i.e. mold). We advise you to seek professional advice to determine a proper course of action.

No. Although bleach will kill and decolorize mold, it does not remove mold. Dead mold can still cause allergic reactions. It is not necessary to kill mold to remove mold. Soap and water and scrubbing can remove mold from hard surfaces. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the New York City Health Department agree that bleach or other biocides should not routinely be used to clean up mold. See similar questions...

Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided. Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores; the spores are invisible to the naked eye and float through outdoor and indoor air. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. There are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without water or moisture. See similar questions...

We can treat just the attic or just the crawlspace. Our process is much more effective at decontaminating these areas than other old-fashioned methods. See similar questions...

Clean up mold and take care of the problem by following the advice above to keep your home dry and keep mold out. Decide if you have a large or small area of mold. A small area is less then about ten square feet, or a patch three feet by three feet square. To clean a small area, follow the advice below. You may use a cotton face mask for protection. If you have a lot of mold damage (more then ten square feet) consider hiring a cleaning professional. See similar questions...

Mold growth in foods can raise the pH of the food. In home canned products, this could mean that the high acid products could become low acid and therefore run the risk of botulism or other bacterial spoilage. Thus, any home canned product that shows signs of mold growth should be discarded. The exception to this is jellied products. In these the high sugar content would prevent the growth of Clostridium botulinum. See similar questions...

Generally, it is not necessary to identify the species of mold growing in a residence. Current evidence indicates that allergies are the type of diseases most often associated with molds. Since the susceptibility of individuals can vary greatly either because of the amount of mold or type of mold, sampling and culturing are not reliable in determining the health risk. See similar questions...

No. Often, application of bleach is more hazardous to your health because the bleach vapors could irritate your lungs and/or injure your eyes, and because disturbing the mold growth by cleaning can easily lead to significantly increased numbers of airborne mold spores. See similar questions...

Due to the general movement of air up and out of the home, mold in the attic is not likely to affect the interior of the home. Mold growth in the attic is generally caused by condensation on the roof decking unless an apparent leak is present. The conditions that lead to the mold growth should be corrected and the mold treated to prevent future growth. See similar questions...

The mold cleanup is finished when there is no visible mold remaining and there is no dust or dirt remaining that could contain large amounts of mold and mold spores. Routine clearance testing for mold is not necessary. Leaving a few mold spores behind is not a problem if the underlying moisture problem has been corrected. Remember that mold spores are virtually everywhere. Even if all mold and mold spores are removed as part of the cleanup, spores from outside will re-enter that space. See similar questions...

The time you are most likely to stir up spores and be exposed is the very time you are trying to clean up your mold problem. That's when you need to be the most careful. First, try to determine the extent of the mold infestation. You can do it yourself if the area is small and well defined, as long as you are free of any health symptoms or allergies. See similar questions...

If you are interested in experimenting with one or more of the most likely candidate bioenergy species in your area, you can start by gaining some working knowledge of growth characteristics and management responses under local conditions - this will be useful if a later opportunity for commercial production and sale of biomass occurs in your area. See similar questions...

In wetter climates, you may find that mold will grow in your cooker if you don't use it that often. First, how to get rid of it? Light up a hot fire in the cooker and let it just burn all the mold away. Second, how to prevent it? Well, any technique that can be used to prevent moisture from getting into the cooker will help: If it is a real problem, try this: After you are done cooking, let the cooker heat up for about 20 minutes after you remove the food. See similar questions...

Prevent mold with moisture control. When anything in your home gets wet, dry it quickly. Mold can grow within 2 days of continuous moisture. Fix leaks in the roof; even the smallest opening in the roof, wall or foundation can permit water to enter your home, especially during heavy rain. Also use water-sealant paint on basement floors and walls. The exterior basement walls should also be treated. See similar questions...

Molds are a part of our environment. They play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter. However, indoor mold growth should be avoided. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. To avoid mold problems, it is essential to eliminate unnecessary moisture. If a surface gets wet, dry it immediately. See similar questions...