Does Hidden Portland Mold Damage Need Remediation?

7/30/2017 (Permalink)

Poorly Sealed Window in a Portland Home Equals Excess Moisture Leading to Mold Growth--Call SERVPRO

Mold Stains and Patches Are Eliminated by SERVPRO

Mold does not need light to grow, just moisture and a surface that provides an organic food source. The wooden structure of your home provides cellulose, a perfect food source. Just a bit of moisture encourages mold spores to grow. SERVPRO assists with mold remediation behind walls, in attics, under flooring, or any other recess or covered place.
 
Your remodeling contractor found mold damage between the walls in your Portland bungalow during demolition to expand your kitchen. Our trained technicians used the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) protocols to contain and remove the moldy material exposed due to the tear-out activity. The concern you have now is whether the mold extends into areas beyond the square-footage of the new doorway.
 
SERVPRO’s project manager works with your remodeling contractor and your insurance company to determine the extent of the mold remediation necessary. Ignoring potential mold colonies simply because they are unseen is risky for some reasons.
 
*Continued fungal growth threatens the structural integrity of your home as it consumes the wood making up the framework of your dwelling.

*Susceptible individuals may react adversely to mold, evident or hidden, particularly if they have allergies or specific sensitivity to the strains possibly growing inside the walls. Only a healthcare practitioner should advise you on the connection between mold and illness, but professional remediation of all colonies can improve air quality.

*Unchecked mold growth eventually becomes visible, extending through materials like gypsum board, wall paper, and more, spreading spores in all directions. Staining can become unsightly, especially in a newly remodeled kitchen.

*Mold often creates an unpleasant, musty odor that emanates from the cavities it occupies. Elimination of the smell requires remediation of the fungal proliferation.
 
Trust our mold remediation team to contain and remove any additional colonies. SERVPRO follows the best industry practices, using professional antimicrobial products to scrub down areas and HEPA filter-equipped air scrubbers and vacuums to clear the air and surfaces of excessive mold residues.
 
Mold also signals a moisture breach from a leak in your roof, plumbing, appliances, or excessive humidity. The SERVPRO team knows finding, containing and removing almost all of the active mold must be followed by detecting the source of the moisture. Failing to eliminate the water or moisture issue increases the risk of additional microbial infestations in the future. Although mold spores are always present, they pose little danger without water activation.
 
Rely on SERVPRO of Northwest Portland to remediate mold growth in any area of your home properly. Call (503) 283-3658 to set up an appointment for a consultation with one of our experienced estimators.

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