Summer's humid conditions can make your home a breeding ground for mold. Understanding the steps a professional mold remediation company like Lightspeed Restoration takes to remove mold and prevent future damage can help you maintain a healthy living environment.
Mold Cannot Hide From Us
The mold remediation service begins with a thorough inspection and assessment of your home. Our technicians use specialized equipment to detect moisture and mold, even in hidden areas. Our initial assessment helps us understand the scale of the mold problem and plan the remediation process accordingly. We contain the affected areas using physical barriers and negative air pressure techniques to inhibit the spread of airborne mold spores during removal. This step is crucial to ensure mold does not contaminate other parts of your home.
Next, high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) vacuums and air scrubbers capture mold spores from the air. This method reduces the overall spore count and improves indoor air quality.
Porous materials contaminated by mold, such as drywall and insulation, must be removed and discarded. Non-porous and semi-porous building materials, such as wood and concrete, are cleaned using antimicrobial and antifungal treatments to eliminate mold colonies and prevent regrowth.
Final Steps in Mold Mitigation
Once the mold-infested materials are removed, we clean and sanitize the remaining surfaces with specialized cleaning agents. This step also includes deodorization to remove any musty odors caused by mold. The last step in mold mitigation may consist of minor repairs like replacing drywall and installing new carpet or significant repairs like reconstructing entire rooms.
Mold Prevention Action List
Preventing mold in your home is just as important as removing it. To help keep your home mold-free, control humidity levels using dehumidifiers and air conditioners to keep indoor humidity below 60%. Ventilate rooms prone to moisture, like bathrooms and kitchens, using exhaust fans. Regularly inspect your house and promptly repair roof, window, and plumbing leaks to prevent water intrusion.
Open doors and windows periodically to allow fresh air to circulate, especially in naturally damp areas like basements. Consider using mold-resistant drywall and paint in areas susceptible to moisture. By following these steps and tips, you can effectively manage and help prevent mold growth in your home this summer.
Contact Lightspeed Restoration at (800)620-4009 for professional mold remediation services.