A Moldy Affair: Mold Remediation

3/23/2020 (Permalink)

Mold can grow in as little as 48 hours after a water loss.

Keeping a functioning and safe home is no small task.

Whether your household is comprised of just you and Fido, or if it’s you, your spouse, your children and Fido – it’s still your home.

It’s safe to say that no matter what your home is like, it’s something special to you and your family.

You’ve put in a great deal of time picking out furniture, putting up pictures, and adding all those little details that represent your family.

The ultimate goal as a homeowner is to keep a safe, secure, and happy environment for everyone who enters your home.

However, mold is the uninvited houseguest you probably never anticipated.

Mold is a common issue which almost everyone will come across at some point during their life. Unfortunately, it’s something that can easily occur in your home and it can lead to some very costly repairs.

At SERVPRO, we’ve seen our share of mold related cases throughout our time servicing the community of Smyrna in Rutherford County.

Part of our professional charge is to make sure you know how mold occurs. With the right information, you can take action to prevent mold in your home. And, you’ll know what to do in the event that you’re in need of mold remediation.

Here’s a quick look into how mold can occur in your home and how it can be prevented.

Mold Loves Moisture and Warmth

Mold has got to be the common cold equivalent of issues facing homeowners.

It’s as easy to overlook as it is to facilitate its spread throughout your house. Additionally, it can be just as simple to prevent it.

There are many common causes of mold in homes that can be provoked with a variety of situations. Something as seemingly nonthreatening as a pipe leak can lead to large mold issues in the future.

Flooding and heavy rains can also cause anywhere from minimal to extensive water damage, which all can mark the beginnings of mold.

No matter what the scenario is, the causes of mold in homes will always have moisture involved. Mold occurs when unchecked moisture meets warm climates. This can be particularly troublesome during summer months or in humid climates where mold has the chance to thrive.

Mold eats through any organic material as long as conditions for its growth are present. This means that what could have been remedied by a simple call to a plumber results in mold spreading through your walls, carpet, and ceilings.

Leaky pipes are issues you can easily check for to prevent mold from ever starting to spread. But less known or hidden water damage can be much more difficult to catch. Be sure to check any spaces where you have appliances, to see if there are any leaks.

Also, if there has been any significant rainfall during a storm, it’s a good idea to check your home. Leaks through your roof are a prime area for mold growth given the combination of continued rainfall and summer heat.

Mold Remediation Services at SERVPRO

If mold has already taken root or spread throughout your home, there are services which can solve this. Mold remediation is a professional service where mold is cleaned and removed from your home.

While a mold problem is something you may initially notice on your own, it’s best to bring in a professional to make sure a full assessment is done on the situation.

A professional will uncover not only what the causes of the mold are, but they’ll also be able to discover how extensive the mold damage to your home actually is.

In addition to offering services to stop the source of the problem, mold remediation is the ideal solution for cases where mold has damaged your home. These services also include cleaning and removing the mold-compromised zones using special chemical applications and methods to make sure mold doesn’t return.  

Keep Your Home Mold-Free

Keeping your home mold-free should be on your list of routine checkups.  

As simple as a routine home check could have already prevented mold growth and extensive damage, but it’s one of those things that can be easily overlooked. Mold could be spreading in all the moist, dark corners of your basement that you rarely check.

In the event that mold and mold damage can get out of hand, SERVPRO is your local source for mold remediation services.