Toxic mold cross contamination is a serious issue that can have harmful effects on your health. It occurs when mold spores from one contaminated area or "object" spread to another location or area of your home or workplace.

These "invisible to the naked eye" spores can cling to paper products, wood, clothing and fabrics, furniture, shoes, pets, and other objects, allowing the mold to propagate in new locations. Even just a few spores can begin growing into full-fledged colonies if the conditions are right.  Below, you will see a picture of the right "conditions" that can cause just a few cross-contaminated items to start growing mold and producing large growth areas from a few inches to massive mold issues.

Some of the most hazardous molds produce mycotoxins, poisonous by product substances that can cause respiratory issues, neurological problems, hormonal imbalances, organ failures and a suppressed immune system when inhaled or absorbed onto the skin.

Properly remediating a space is vital to preventing cross contamination

That's why it's so important to hire professionals who are trained in containing toxic mold properly and prevent it from infiltrating areas of your home that were previously mold-free. Cross contamination allows the mold to gain a foothold in multiple sites, increasing your exposure to these deadly spores and the chemical byproduct of mycotoxin that is so very dangerous.

Proper remediation techniques involve sealing off affected rooms with remediation grade plastic chambers and using these containment chambers along with heavy-duty equipment air scrubbers when removing moldy materials.  Thoroughly and "properly" cleaning any exposed items that could carry spores elsewhere is REQUIRED.

Protect yourself and your family by learning how to identify signs of contamination and stop it from spreading. With vigilance and care, you can halt toxic mold in its tracks.