Tips to Avoid Mold Damage

2/7/2018 (Permalink)

Tips to Avoid Mold Damage

 The fact that mold is unpleasant and can have a musty odor isn’t the only reason to be wary when you first notice it in your home or office. Mold growth occurs when the moisture content of a space is too high for too long. There’s a natural amount of mold spores normally present in most environments, but if the moisture level in a water-damaged environment isn’t promptly returned to normal, mold spores may grow and multiply. Why should all this matter to you? Excessive mold growth can lead to harmful indoor environmental conditions. Learning as much as you can about mold can be your best defense.

Take Precautions

SERVPRO of Hurst-Euless-Bedford professionals handle water damage every day and know prompt action is required to prevent mold growth. Mold is more likely to spread after a 48-hour period. Organic materials found inside buildings, such as wood, paper, drywall and insulation provide food sources for mold to flourish. If your property has sustained recent water damage, it’s vital to remove excess water and dry the structure promptly, as well as be on alert for the following:

• The presence of visible mold
• Strong musty odors
• Evidence of past moisture problems that might have caused undetected mold growth
• Excessive humidity

SERVPRO of Hurst-Euless-Bedford is Here to Help!

If you think you have a mold problem, call SERVPRO of Hurst-Euless-Bedford 817-595-0004. Our trained and licensed technicians in mold remediation will examine your structure for any visible signs of mold. If mold is found, you will be asked to approve and sign a work authorization form prior to any mold clean up or related work being performed. The technician may also recommend you leave the affected area where the mold cleanup and associated contained processed is being safely completed. 

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