Water Damage Leading to Mold

8/24/2021 (Permalink)

Mold found on drywall after water damage

Any property can quickly become infiltrated with mold when there is an unwanted water source such as a leak. Don't let one disaster turn into another one.

Dealing with a mold issue and subsequent mold removal at your property can be overwhelming. That is why it is important that you contact a professional mold remediation company promptly to assess any damage and perform a professional cleanup at the first sign of trouble.

It is so vitally important to understand the steps involved in mold removal. Here are some facts about mold:

• Mold is present in almost any location, inside and outdoors.
• Mold spores are microscopic.
• They float in the air and could come into your home through doors, windows, and HVAC systems or even attach themselves to your pet or your clothes.
• Mold spores flourish in moisture.
• Mold spores can rapidly bloom into colonies when water is present.
• Before any mold repairs can start, the source of the unwanted moisture or water needs to be dealt with.
• Mold often produces a musty, strong scent.
  
  

How to Deal with Mold

There are countless reports and marketing efforts regarding mold growth, so it is easy to get confused about how to treat it. You may hear the term “black mold” and think that this is an especially dangerous type; however, it should be treated with care like all mold, and should not be touched. The key to preventing the growth of mold is to keep unwanted moisture out of your property and contact a professional mold remediation company such as SERVPRO of Rio Rancho/Sandoval County & SERVPRO of South Albuquerque at the first sign of an intrusion.

The Difference Between Mold Remediation and Removal

It is important to understand that mold exists almost everywhere in nature. When a cleanup company suggests “mold removal,” know that it is impossible to remove all spores. A competent restoration company knows the science, and it has the requisite knowledge to remediate the mold in your property. Remember that mold remediation does not focus on eliminating mold, but rather getting mold back to its ordinary amounts.