The Impact of Mold Damage on Wilmington Homes

4/3/2023 (Permalink)

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SERVPRO Remediates Mold Damage in Local Properties

Mold is a product of moisture, spores, and suitable materials. When these conditions exist, colonies can be formed in as little as 48 hours. The impact that these organisms ultimately have on a home can be overwhelming, especially in situations where spores have been allowed to spread without preventative actions. Certain materials can be directly compromised by spreading mold organisms, including:

• Clothing
• Upholstery
• Organic building materials
• Wood
• Carpeting/padding

Wilmington mold damage might typically require several types of restorers, remediators, and reconstruction specialists to resolve it entirely. With SERVPRO of Hockessin / Elsmere, you have a full-service contractor to address every needed phase of restoration to bring your property back to pre-mold conditions. Our 24/7 availability means you are not waiting for regular operating hours for this work to begin when it threatens your household.

The Likelihood of Mold

With Wilmington being positioned near the Christina River and the Brandywine River in New Castle County, more homes and businesses are exposed to moist conditions. These natural environments can facilitate mold growth, but the situation is even more likely following disasters like water damage or flooding to the structure.

Did You Know: Mold spores exist naturally in almost every environment, making total mold removal impractical and extremely costly. SERVPRO prioritizes active colony removal to restore safe conditions through our remediation processes.

What is Mold Damage Remediation?

Remediation is an effort to remove active colonies from the property where organisms have begun to impact materials and contents throughout a damaged structure. Depending on the severity of these situations, the type of material affected, and how widespread this damage has become, several types of mold damage removal strategies are effective:

• Sporicidal Products – Superficial treatment using biocides can eliminate spores on contact when they have not migrated beyond the surface.
• Abrasive Action – Sanding and scrubbing with implements to remove a thin outer layer of the hosting material to eliminate penetrating organisms.
• Blasting – Abrasive cleaning with pressurized media to eradicate organisms without substantial damage to the underlying materials.

The Importance of Containment

Mold will continually move and find new hosting materials to infest without direct action to stop this migration. Our SERVPRO professionals need to implement containment strategies early to prevent the movement of these threatening spores. Polypropylene sheeting, wood framing, tension poles, and other implements make up quickly erected containment zones.

Removing the Presence of Mold Damage Effects

Mold is an abrasive and overwhelming situation for many homes and businesses, leaving lingering effects that can be hard to remove without focused cleaning and attention. One of the most pressing concerns for the post-mold recovery of households is malodors. The movement and growth of an organism release volatile organic compounds that become a strong, harsh odor for house occupants. Deodorizing products are vital in reducing the severity of these malodors, primarily in active areas of the house. Counteractant beads and granules absorb odor molecules, making foggers and hydroxyl machines more effective later.

Preventing Mold Recurrences

It is essential to our professionals that you do not become a customer that ends up on an endless loop of mold recurrences because the underlying trigger of the organisms was never resolved or overcome. We understand the importance of having credible and accomplished contractors available to help with a state license. We can perform several types of repairs pertinent to preventing mold resurfacing:

• Addressing Water Infiltration
• Repairing Plumbing
• Replacing Removed Materials

Mold damage in Wilmington homes can be more destructive and hazardous than many property owners think. With the fast response and reliability of our SERVPRO of Hockessin / Elsmere remediation professionals, we can quickly address the damage that mold growth can do. Give us a call anytime at (302) 992-0104.