Need a Guide to Understanding Mold Remediation in Wilmington

12/23/2021 (Permalink)

Count on the professionals at SERVPRO if you find mold damage in your home.

Adherence to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mold abatement protocol is why SERVPRO is a top choice in Wilmington

You hear many promises concerning residential mold remediation in Wilmington. Although homeowners understandably would like to rely on a company to eradicate black mold and other fungal infestations, the ubiquitous presence of mold spores in all dwellings means an outbreak is just a few drops of lingering moisture away. Complete mold removal is impossible, as spores remain. Successful mold remediation requires controlling moisture as well as using mechanical mold colony removal techniques. 

Why Choose SERVPRO and the EPA Mold Remediation Protocol?

Years of research resulted in the EPA developing a step-by-step process that delivers long-term results for Wilmington residents cognisant of the link between water damage restoration and practical mold growth inhibition strategies. Wise property owners look for mold specialists who understand and can provide effective water damage mitigation and remediation, which is why SERVPRO, with our extensive water damage restoration background, is appealing.

What Should Homeowners Expect During EPA-based Mold Remediation?

Safety and sustainability are the two pillars of the EPA mold inspections, remediations, and removal model. Preventing the spread of moldy materials is one reason why SERVPRO crew members wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while avoiding inhaling or skin contact is another. Negative pressure air scrubbing technology adds to the safety, filtering mold contaminants before exhausting the contained space’s atmosphere to the outside. Once we establish the extent of the mold infestation, including finding additional damp areas using moisture detectors and meters, we construct a containment barrier of heavy-duty plastic. Then our technicians:

• Scrape and brush the mold organisms off non-porous surfaces

• Blast porous materials with soda or dry ice to remove visible mold and incapacitate the deeply embedded hyphae’s (mold ‘roots”) ability to regenerate 

• Gather and double bag moldy debris, including resides vacuumed or wiped up, for lawful disposal

• Treat cleaned surfaces with EPA-registered antimicrobials

Proven processes and comprehensive training in water damage and microbial abatement are why SERVPRO of Hockessin / Elsmere earns consideration for your mold remediation needs. Call us at (302) 992-0104 for more information and to schedule an assessment.