Mold is an insidious problem for homes and businesses and it can do more damage than people realize. Mold spores often bring about allergies, fungal infections, chronic sinus issues, and asthma attacks. Not only that, but they can also lead to mental health issues like depression and a constant feeling of fatigue.
Mold and mildew grow in damp areas. These microorganisms are present everywhere in the environment, but when the mold problem exacerbates, it can cause health problems and damage your home and the belongings in it. This is why it is so important to have mold and mildew removed as soon as you discover it.
If you have never faced a mold issue in your home, you might not know how mold is removed. To help you become familiar with the steps involved in mold removal, we are going to explain the complete process of mold removal.
Step #1: Assessment of Mold
If you don’t see mold anywhere, but notice signs that indicate the presence of mold, it makes sense to have your home inspected by a professional mold remediation team.
When the mold remediation experts reach your home, they will first assess the mold damage. Mold remediation experts have gadgets that they can use to determine if mold is present in your home’s surfaces, walls, and equipment.
Step #2: Fix the Source
Mold growth is often caused by some source of water. Mold will continue growing even after repeated cleanings as long as there’s a source of moisture. Whether it is a leaky faucet or a persistent condensation, the source of moisture must be identified and properly fixed before the mold is removed. Therefore, mold remediation experts will identify the source of water and fix it.
Step #3: Water Removal
If water is present in your home, the mold remediation experts will remove it before moving to mold removal. They will use industrial grade fans and dehumidifiers to eliminate moisture.
Step #4: Removal of Affected Materials and Contamination
Once the source of moisture has been fixed and water has been removed, the next step is to remove the affected materials that cannot be restored.
In the majority of cases, mold cannot be properly removed from porous materials like carpeting, wood, and drywall. Therefore, these materials must be replaced to eliminate the risk of mold spores affecting your home environment. These kinds of contaminated materials are properly bagged and discarded by mold remediation experts to prevent mold growth in the future.
If the mold contamination is too severe, professionals will isolate the contaminated area to ensure that the mold spores don’t spread to the rest of the premises.
Step #5: Mold Removal
Next, the mold remediation experts will clean and sanitize the non-porous fabric, clothing, furniture and other items to remove all mold spores. They may also use air filtration equipment for limiting mold spores in the environment. After that, the affected materials and areas will be deodorized.
Step #6: Restoration
The final step in the mold remediation process is restoration. After the professionals have removed the mold, they will restore the affected areas to their original condition. This may include painting walls, hanging new drywall, and/or installing new tiles.
Should You Remove the Mold Yourself?
Although DIY mold removal is possible in some cases, we usually advise against it. The reason is that if mold isn’t properly removed, it can spread sending out millions of airborne mold spores. These spores will worsen the problem. Moreover, if you don’t wear proper safety equipment and breathe in mold spores, your health would be in danger.
Professional mold remediation experts know how to contain the mold to ensure that it doesn’t spread. Moreover, they wear proper protective equipment so that the mold doesn’t come in contact with their body, causing health issues.
Generally, you could consider a DIY approach for mold that has grown in the tub, glass, sink or tile. However, if the mold spores have affected a surface that isn’t easy to clean, a rational decision would be to hire a certified Mold Remediation company like Square One. If you have health issues that can worsen with a mold removal effort, don’t try to remove the mold from even the easy to clean surfaces. Give us a call and we’ll take care of your mold issue.
Final Thoughts
We have explained the professional mold removal process and showed you exactly how mold remediation experts eliminate the mold. Now if you ever experience a mold issue in your home or business, reach out to us and we’ll come to your place to eliminate the mold.