MOLD REMEDIATION & REMOVAL
Mold are fungi that are part of the natural environment. They can grow indoors and outdoors. They thrive in the presence of moisture and reproduce by spores. Spores are extremely tiny and invisible. They float in the air and grow into mold when they land on moist surfaces.
When indoor surfaces get wet or are exposed to moisture, mold growth can start in 24 to 48 hours. Quick and safe mold removal is important in your home or office, as it can spread throughout the building in less than 72 hours. Mold can look unsightly, produce allergens or toxic substances, and affect the integrity of materials like drywall or fabric.
Home and business owners with mold problems must stop mold growth and clean up the place. VIP Restoration understands the impact mold can have on your family’s health and how it can disrupt your business. We have highly-trained VIP Restoration technicians with the knowledge, skills, and technology to perform mold removal and remediation work. Our mold remediation service aims to remove as much mold as possible and maintain adequate indoor air quality.
Dos and Don'ts If You Have Mold Infestation
Contact a mold remediation specialist, like VIP Restoration. While you wait for our professionals to arrive, here are some things you can do.
- Keep your HVAC system, fans, and other air-moving devices off. This will help limit the risk of airborne mold spores spreading throughout the home.
- If you can find a water source leading to water or moisture accumulation, attempt to stop it.
- If possible, restrict entry into the affected area, especially for children and pets. If the mold is confined to a room or space that can be closed or contained, keep the area closed.
- Avoid touching or disturbing the mold.
- Do not try to clean, dry, or disinfect the area.
- Painting over mold will not solve the problem.
Mold Remediation Process
- 1. Our experienced technicians inspect the building for mold and assess the severity of the mold infestation. We take care to identify water sources, including those that are hidden, with our expertise and technology. Our professionals understand that if there is excess moisture, that has to be stopped first to prevent mold from returning after mold removal.
- 2. Mold containment may be done by physical barriers or negative air pressure systems. We turn off HVAC systems so mold does not circulate and spread throughout the property.
- 3. Air filtering is done using specialized equipment that can remove microscopic spores. Air scrubbers and HEPA vacuums are used during mold remediation to control the spread of spores.
- 4. For mold removal, we use antifungal and antimicrobial agents that meet industry standards and guidelines of local authorities. When needed, we remove and dispose of materials affected by mold, like carpets, insulation, and drywall.
- 5. Cleaning all structures affected by mold is essential to ensure the mold is removed and air quality is improved. HVAC systems, walls, fixtures, and flooring are all cleaned. We ensure that materials susceptible to damage by molds like documents, curtains, and soft furnishings, are thoroughly cleaned if they can be reused.
- 6. Some structures and materials may need to be replaced if they are affected by mold. This includes drywall and subflooring. Repair work like replacing damaged drywall, carpet installation, and painting may be needed. If the mold has caused severe damage and disintegration of materials, reconstruction may be necessary for severely affected areas.