Mold in a Commercial Building

12/30/2019 (Permalink)

We recently had the opportunity to scope a pharmacy/drug store that has been closed down due to roof damage that caused wide spread mold growth.  From the carpeting to the walls, this facility had obvious visible signs of mold growth throughout the structure.  This was due to the prolonged exposure to excessive moisture from water leaking through the damaged roof.  This moisture caused many environmental microbes, odor-causing bacteria and fungi, to colonize and grow, amplifying on building materials.  These microbes will eventually contaminate the indoor air and may create health risks for those who work there. When scoping this environment , our technicians were sure to use the proper PPE for these conditions. Mold spores are microscopic and have no odor.  Bacterial action on the wastes excreted by mold gives off an odor.  It is also the waste that becomes visible after several hours of ideal growth conditions.  This environment was exhibiting the "ideal growth conditions" necessary for immediate remediation.