While mold is always present, an overgrowth in your home or business can harm your Indoor Air Quality (IAQ). Even the cleanest properties can develop a mold issue. Mold remediation aims to return mold levels in your building to normal.
Mold isn’t always visible. A damp, musty odor, an increase in asthma or allergy symptoms, or recent water damage in your property can all signal a hidden mold problem. Mold releases spores that grow on damp surfaces. If you see any visible mold, immediately contact professionals for remediation services. More mold could be growing and feeding on building materials inside your walls.
Excessive mold growth can lead to several health issues. Even people without asthma can experience coughing, sneezing, and other breathing problems. Those with a mold allergy can have health issues year-round, and in severe cases, it can cause a lung infection.
When you have a mold problem, trying to fix it yourself can spread spores to unaffected areas. Without the proper training and equipment, you could make the problem worse. A professional can find the mold’s source, fix the issue, and complete any necessary repairs after the remediation process is finished.
Our initial walkthrough helps us identify the source of the problem and the scope of work. If we find mold, we will take a general moisture survey of all affected areas and create a plan. For severe issues or health concerns, we may consult a Certified Industrial Hygienist. They will take air samples and develop a protocol for our Mitigation Specialist to follow.
If we confirm a mold issue, our specialists will stabilize the area. We control moisture levels and use containment measures to prevent spores from spreading.
We implement drying and dehumidification measures during this step. This involves controlling temperatures in affected areas to ensure a quick and efficient dehumidification process. Excess water is then removed, and specialized equipment evaporates the remaining moisture.
With containment in place, we use HEPA filters to create negative pressure in the work area. Negative air ensures mold spores do not escape during remediation. If we took air samples at the start, the Certified Industrial Hygienist will take new samples to confirm proper remediation.
