Mold is everywhere! Thousands of species of this type of fungus can be found growing year-round, both indoors and outdoors, even in the most sterile of environments. Mold has a number of benefits, however, it can also become a problem. Mold can destroy construction materials and also negatively impact people’s health. Knowing how to recognize mold, as well as how to clean it up and prevent it from recurring, is essential to a safe and healthy environment at work and home.