Why DIY Mold Removal Often Fails

When you’ve discovered mold growth at home, what’s your first impulse? If it’s to grab a sponge and start scrubbing, you’re not alone — according to a Talker Research survey, 40% of homeowners do exactly that. But when mold strikes, there’s a safer, more effective solution than the sponge: professional mold removal in Vaughan. At MoldTech, we’ll help you safely identify mold, its cause, and where it’s growing. We’ll ensure that our remediation is safe, long-lasting, and accident-free — three common issues that plague DIY mold removal. If you’re not sure if it’s mold, we can help there too, with reliable and precise mold testing. When it comes to mold removal, MoldTech is one of Vaughan’s most trusted mold removal companies, so let us help you with safe mold remediation or testing. 

Understanding Mold

Mold is a fungus, and is a living organism that naturally breaks down materials like wood, paper, and forgotten lunches in backpacks. While last week’s sandwich is relatively harmless, household mold poses more serious risks to health and wellness, especially because it can remain hidden for long periods of time. 

Exposure to mold spores can cause serious allergic and respiratory responses, like coughing, wheezing, sneezing, and congestion. It can affect the skin, hair, and eyes, and many people suffer from uncomfortable or debilitating headaches, too. 

Mold can be difficult to identify because it doesn’t always grow out in the open. Mold thrives hidden behind walls, under flooring, in ventilation systems, or in the attic. This is where a professional mold inspection can be valuable: we’ll thoroughly inspect your home using professional-grade tools, equipment, and methodologies to root out invisible infestations that are causing negative health effects. 

Common DIY Mistakes

At MoldTech, we’ve helped hundreds of families who went for the sponge first and the professionals second. Here are some of the common pitfalls of DIY mold removal:

• Inadequate protective gear, such as masks, gloves, or ventilation. 
• Ineffective cleaning products or methods. 
• Inadvertently spreading mold spores and making the infestation worse. 
• Failure to address the root cause (like moisture or water problems). 
• Secondary damage to your home. 

Hidden Dangers of DIY Mold Removal

Since mold is alive, it wants to survive, which can make effective and safe remediation difficult. In homes with DIY mold removal, we notice that families suffer longer from health issues related to exposure and incomplete removal, and may experience chronic or long-term problems. There’s also the risk of property damage from improper cleaning techniques or accidents, which result in renovation needs or repairs. And lastly, the most common result of DIY removal is that the mold returns. Quite often, over-the-counter mold removal products aren’t strong enough or applied correctly, and the mold simply grows back. 

Benefits of Professional Mold Removal

There are many great reasons to choose professional remediation or mold testing!

• We begin with accurate, safe assessment and testing, which shows you exactly where mold is present in your home. 
• During mold testing, we can often identify exact species, allowing for targeted remediation strategies. 
• We’ll safely contain our worksite and remove all affected materials, eliminating cross-contamination problems common during DIY mold removal. 
• MoldTech will help identify the cause of the infestation by identifying moisture sources, like humidity, leaks, or drips. 
• Industrial-grade equipment and treatments are stronger, well-tested, and more effective than at-home remedies. 

When to Call MoldTech

Mold can grow in a rainbow of colours and textures, often making it challenging to identify with the eyes alone. If you recognize any of the symptoms of mold allergies or spot a new or unusual patch of colour at home, it’s time to book a mold inspection with MoldTech!

Our friendly technicians will help assess the scope of the problem and recommend a safe and effective treatment plan. Many homes across Vaughan will have attic mold, basement mold, or bathroom mold this year, but there’s no need to suffer from long-term problems or health effects. For quick and professional mold removal in Vaughan, call MoldTech to book an appointment today. 

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