Mold Remediation is a process of cleaning and treating areas of your home where there is mold growth. Mold can be a serious health problem, so it’s important to act quickly to minimize damage and keep it from spreading. During the Mold Remediation process, it’s important to address the factors that led to mold growth in the first place – correcting humidity levels and repairing any leaks. In addition, proper cleaning can limit the buildup of organic material that provides a place for mold to grow.

Before the mold remediation process begins, it’s important to keep pets out of the way – either in a room with the door closed or in the yard (if the crew won’t be working there). The crew will park their truck as close to the mold area as possible and lay plastic sheeting down from the moldy entryway to the rest of the house. This will help contain the mold and keep spores from contaminating areas not affected by it.

Once the team is ready to begin, they’ll put on protective gear – head-to-toe white suits, boots and respirators. This is standard procedure for all jobs, whether they involve toxic or non-toxic mold. Then the crew will spray the affected area with a special biocide. This will kill the mold spores and keep them from coming back.

Any porous building materials that have been affected by the mold, such as drywall, carpeting and insulation must be removed from the home. The professionals will bag these materials and dispose of them properly. If the materials can be saved, they’ll be wiped down with an antimicrobial agent to kill any existing mold and prevent it from returning.

The contaminated areas are then cleaned, disinfected and treated with a mold resistant coating encapsulating product. This will help keep the mold spores from regrowing and protect against future infestations. Finally, the air is tested for the presence of mold spores to ensure that the cleanup was complete.

When you hire a professional, they’ll take the time to determine the best approach for the job. They’ll use infrared cameras to see what’s happening behind walls and under floors, allowing them to identify problems that would otherwise be invisible. They’ll also be able to advise you on how to keep the mold from regrowing after the cleanup is completed. This may include addressing moisture levels in your basement, sealing cracks in your foundation or changing out your HVAC filters. Whatever the solution, it’s important to get started soon because mold spreads rapidly. The longer it’s allowed to grow, the more difficult and expensive it will be to remove.