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Why Choose Us? - Mold Consulting Specialists

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Do you think there might be mold in your residence? Call Mold Consulting Specialists, we will perform a mold air test and a mold inspection. If mold is found, M.C.S. will set up a time to remove the mold and do a mold remediation.

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"Took care of the black mold issue in the attic. The job was done fast Very professional and neat. The price was reasonable. Will recommend these company in a hard beat."


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The Truth About Toxic Black Mold: It’s Probably Not What You Think

Mold Dangers are Typically Over Hyped by the Media & Many Mold Removal Professionals

Few topics get us more upset than seeing misinformation publicized about Black Mold, and mold in general, by unscrupulous companies and zealous media articles who seem more interested in sensationalism than fact-based reporting. To put it bluntly, our industry is full of scare tactics and misinformation about mold—especially regarding black mold. Because of all this black-mold hype, many people contact us extremely worried about their health and well-being. Let’s cut through the hype and understand what having mold in your home may mean.

Common questions about black mold

  • Is toxic mold the same as black mold?
  • Are all black molds toxic?
  • Is black mold any more dangerous than other types of mold, such as white, green, red mold?
  • Is a mold inspection necessary?
  • Can I remove black mold myself?
  • Is Toxic Black Mold More Concerning Than Other Molds?

Toxic Mold Can Come in Many Colors (Not Just Black) & Black Mold is Not Always Toxic

According to the CDC, the word “toxic” is an inaccurate descriptor. Molds of all species can grow wherever there is dampness and moisture, like basements, attics and bathrooms or areas that have experienced flooding. While certain molds may be toxic, all molds should be removed from the home as quickly as possible to prevent growth.



The truth is – the color of the mold to the naked eye cannot tell you anything about whether its toxic or not. With over 100,000 species, mold comes in about any size, shape, and color you can think of, making it virtually impossible to tell what type of mold you have without testing by a certified mold inspection professional.

Mycotoxins, Toxicity & Damp Building Related Illness (DBRI)

Media reports of Black Mold often refer to molds that can produce toxins (specifically mycotoxins), such as groups of molds known as Stachybotrys. Mycotoxins will not always be produced when these types of mold are present. To put it another way, the presence of mold does not necessarily mean mycotoxins are present. The conditions needed for mycotoxins to be produced are not fully understood.  A study by Michigan State found that one strain of mold, Stachybotrys chartarum, can cause a myriad of respiratory, immunologic, and neurologic symptoms, though the connection is not completely understood. And again, there are over 100,000 mold species, making it unlikely what’s in your home is Stachybotrys chartarum.


Further, mycotoxins can be produced by other types of molds besides Stachybotrys and these molds are not always black. Therefore, it is important to not only clean the mold, but find and fix the source of the moisture which allowed the mold to grow.

Mycotoxins, Toxicity & Damp Building Related Illness (DBRI)

Media reports of Black Mold often refer to molds that can produce toxins (specifically mycotoxins), such as groups of molds known as Stachybotrys. Mycotoxins will not always be produced when these types of mold are present. To put it another way, the presence of mold does not necessarily mean mycotoxins are present. The conditions needed for mycotoxins to be produced are not fully understood. A study by Michigan State found that one strain of mold, Stachybotrys chartarum, can cause a myriad of respiratory, immunologic, and neurologic symptoms, though the connection is not completely understood. And again, there are over 100,000 mold species, making it unlikely what’s in your home is Stachybotrys chartarum.


Further, mycotoxins can be produced by other types of molds besides Stachybotrys and these molds are not always black. Therefore, it is important to not only clean the mold, but find and fix the source of the moisture which allowed the mold to grow.

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