MOLD REMOVAL

If your home has water damage from a flood, leak, or storm, the issues don’t end there. Mold and mildew can result from water damage and quickly get out of hand, so it’s important to act as soon as possible. Mold is a serious issue that, left unchecked, can not only cause property damage, but also pose a serious health risk. If you suspect mold damage, it’s important to call professionals right away. Integrity Restoration is here for you with professional technicians who will inspect your property and take care of any mold damage immediately. We understand the dangers of mold and are here to help quickly to keep you and your family safe.

MOLD REMOVAL

If your home has water damage from a flood, leak, or storm, the issues don’t end there. Mold and mildew can result from water damage and quickly get out of hand, so it’s important to act as soon as possible. Mold is a serious issue that, left unchecked, can not only cause property damage, but also pose a serious health risk. If you suspect mold damage, it’s important to call professionals right away. Integrity Restoration is here for you with professional technicians who will inspect your property and take care of any mold damage immediately. We understand the dangers of mold and are here to help quickly to keep you and your family safe.

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU DISCOVER MOLD IN YOUR HOME

STEP 1. identify where the moisture for the mold is coming from

Try to identify where the moisture for the mold is coming from. If it is coming from moving/running water, turn the water off to the home, appliance, or line water is coming from.

STEP 2. Contact your insurance AGENT

Contact your insurance AGENT to discuss your policy and potential coverage for mold damage. any policies do not cover mold as it is often indicative of a long term problem.

STEP 3. Isolate and contain the affected area

Isolate and contain the affected area. Cover any HVAC registers and returns. If the mold is active, spores can circulate through the home using the ducts. Closing off the area and the HVAC openings decreases the possibility of the mold spreading.

STEP 4. Contact a mitigation/restoration company

Contact a mitigation/restoration company to come and assess the situation and provide any necessary information in regards to how to test and abate the mold.

STEP 5. KEEP EVERYONE AWAY FROM MOLDY AREAS

Keep everyone, especially children and animals away from the moldy areas. Most mold is not toxic or deadly, but it is still classified as a hazardous material. Children and pets may not understand this. Keeping everyone away from the affected area can eliminate additional spread or possible sickness from the mold.

Mold Removal and Remediation

Once you’ve identified mold within your home or business, the next step is to ensure its effective removal from the property. Removing mold safely requires expertise. Despite some resources suggesting a simple spray and wipe, it is a detailed and controlled cleaning process. Mold removal and remediation is about much more than simply washing away the visible traces and requires expert, professional removal and remediation. At Integrity Restoration, we provide the effective removal of damaging and harmful mold growth from your property and help return spore count levels to normal.

What’s so special about a mold removal specialist?

Specialized mold remediation is often needed when mold is found, requiring professional equipment and expertise. Some basic steps we take during mold removal area:

1. Fix Any Moisture Problems First

If there is evidence that your mold problem stems from a leak or other water issue, we will identify and address the cause, minimizing further growth and damage.

2. Identify Areas of mold

We will provide a thorough inspection, checking for mold that may be hidden behind walls or under floors.

3. Isolate Areas of Mold

In order to avoid cross-contamination, areas of mold must be isolated as much as possible from other areas before demolition, cleaning or drying can begin.

4. Throw Out or have Absorbent Materials professionally cleaned

Items that have been affected by mold, particularly porous items, will need to be removed completely, and, depending on the item and amount of damage will be specially cleaned or thrown away.

5. Clean Away the Mold

Once highly affected porous materials have been removed, any remaining materials will be cleaned. All visible traces of mold will be removed before an antimicrobial spray is used to clean the surfaces.

6. Thoroughly Dry

A thorough drying process is required to complete mold remediation. This will be accomplished using air movers and dehumidifiers, as well as moisture meters to provide an accurate reading as to whether the materials are dry.

How Do You Know If You Have Mold

Sight and smell are the most simple and effective ways to identify mold growth in your home or business. If you notice a musty, wet, or stale odor in your home or business, you should immediately look for the signs of mold. This means that actively looking in mold-prone areas can play an important part in ensuring your home or business stay free of mold. Areas that are at higher risk for mold include:

Other signs of mold damage could include:

Other signs of mold damage could include:

How Do You Know If You Have Mold

Sight and smell are the most simple and effective ways to identify mold growth in your home or business. If you notice a musty, wet, or stale odor in your home or business, you should immediately look for the signs of mold. This means that actively looking in mold-prone areas can play an important part in ensuring your home or business stay free of mold. Areas that are at higher risk for mold include: