Mold Remediation and Abatement

Mold hiding in your home... grossed out already?

 

Mold sounds gross enough, but it’s even worse when it's hiding somewhere in your home. Mold is a type of fungal microscopic organism that thrives in damp, humid areas. It may appear after incidents like roof leaks, pipe bursts, or even poor ventilation. Mold can grow in any space with high moisture, such as basements, kitchens, bathrooms, crawl spaces, and areas near windows and doorways. To avoid health risks and further home damage, it is important to reach out to a professional immediately if you suspect there may be mold in your home. Some of the signs to look out for include bubbled paint, uneven hardwood flooring, musty odors, or surface discoloration.

 

So, you have mold, now what?

 

Mold remediation, or abatement, involves a series of steps to remove or reduce the amount of mold. The key to tackling mold is acting quickly and following proper abatement techniques. Since mold is typically a sign of a more significant problem, it is important that the mitigation team first investigates what caused the growth as well as the type of mold present. Once this is determined, the team can decide how to proceed with abatement and prevent regrowth.  

 

Abatement

 

After determining the cause and type of mold, the mitigation team can proceed with abatement. The abatement process includes containing the affected area, removing mold-infested materials, structural cleaning, air filtering, and drying.

 

During containment, the affected areas are isolated to prevent the mold from spreading any further. Containment is as simple as arranging plastic barriers to separate the contaminated areas from the non-contaminated areas. Next, the team removes damaged contents such as molded carpet, drywall, and furniture. After the damaged materials are removed, structural cleaning continues.

 

Although different kinds of mold call for specific cleaning agents, most of the same procedures are followed. Antimicrobial agents destroy mold so that the microscopic organisms are no longer able to multiply.

 

After structural cleaning, air filters and drying devices are used to dry out the home. Once the drying fans and dehumidifiers are running, the mitigation crew uses moisture meters to track the amount of moisture in the air. Once dry, the mitigation crew contacts the restoration team to begin rebuilding.  

 

Why it Matters

 

Mold isn’t just gross; it can be extremely harmful to your health and home. To get rid of mold, prompt and professional abatement is crucial. If you suspect mold or experience a water-related property incident, give Level Creek a call! Level Creek Property Restoration offers 24/7 emergency services to help protect and restore your home.

 

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