Mold Removal Process
The typical process but each home is customized.
Once you’ve discovered mold in your building, you’ll want to begin the removal process as soon as possible. When it comes to dealing with mold, hiring a professional mold remediation company is highly recommended to make sure the project is completed as safely and as thoroughly as possible. At The Mold Man LLC, our team of certified mold removal specialists undergo rigorous training and always follow top industry safety standards to ensure a safe, effective mold removal project.
How a Mold Removal professional Can Help
- Eliminate Moisture: The first step in the mold removal process, regardless of the size of the mold problem, is to eliminate the source of the water. If you don’t fix the moisture problem that caused the mold growth, the mold could very well come right back. This process could involve fixing a drainage issue, properly patching a leaky roof, a plumbing repair, ventilation improvement, etc.
- Containment: Our team will make sure to contain the affected area with plastic sheeting to avoid mold spores traveling to other areas of your home. Additionally, we will make sure to seal all openings, such as doors and air vents, to prevent the spread of mold.
- Removal: For our safety and yours, our technicians will always wear approved personal protective gear to prevent the inhalation of mold spores during removal. We will take care when removing any affected structure so contaminated areas never meet the rest of your building. We are Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration certified to properly clean all affected areas, including carpets. It is our goal to salvage as much of your existing property as possible while eliminating all traces of mold from the area.
- Inspection: In the final phase of mold remediation, a mold assessment specialist will ensure the air quality of the contained area meets regulation. It is only then that we can begin removing the containment materials and clean up after our work.
Removing mold from large areas of a home can be quite an extensive project if done properly, which is why it best to contact a mold removal professional. If you have a small amount of mold, it’s very important to act quickly so that you can prevent the need for a major mold removal operation.
What to do when you discover a mold problem
Discovering a mold problem in your South Metro home or office is a source of great stress. Many property owners wait to address mold problems for fear the financial burden will be too heavy but ignoring or improperly treating them ( Do not use Bleach.) a mold infestation could have costly implications in the future. At The Mold Man LLC, we can help you quickly identify and treat nearly any sized mold problem and help you pay as little out of pocket as possible, depending on your insurance coverage.
Some of the tell-tell signs of a possible mold problem.
How Do I Know if I Have Mold?
With hundreds of thousands of mold species thriving, it’s impossible to accurately identify mold and mildew types by sight alone. While hiring a professional mold testing firm is the best way to accurately diagnose mold and mildew types, there are many signs that indicate the presence of mold in your building.
•Signs of water problems.
•Respiratory symptoms such as a chronic cough, sneezing, nasal congestion, or a runny nose.
•Sore, irritated eyes.
•Skin rashes.
•Water stains.
•Musty odor.
•Visible presence of mold.
If you notice any of these signs, call us immediately at (678) 227-9763 to schedule an on-site mold evaluation.
At The Mold Man LLC, we specialize in advanced mold remediation and have years of experience under our belt. While it may be tempting to attempt DIY mold removal, if you are dealing with toxic mold, you could subject yourself to even higher costs to treat potential health hazards.