Dewitt, NY Mold Damage Remediation

Floral and fungal growth are natural wonders from Cedar Bay and its surrounding structures to natural beauties like the White Chapel Memory Gardens. When mold develops in your household, it is a situation that should be resolved and removed quickly. We help with: 

  • Water removal services
  • Drying
  • Mold inspections
  • Antimicrobial cleaning
  • Attic mold removal

Containing Mold Damage in DeWitt Properties

The containment of active colonies is a vital first step in making remediation more efficient overall. We can install plastic sheeting over structural openings, returns for the HVAC system, and other pathways to undamaged areas of the household. 

Protecting Mold-Damaged Contents 

Contents are all over the house, so it is challenging to keep them away from the damage when mold growth forms. We can provide fast relocation services to get items out of harm’s way, but in some cases, cleaning is needed at our nearby SERVPRO facility. Between drying, cleaning, and deodorization, we can help protect what matters most.  

Effective Removal of Mold After Damage to DeWitt Homes

There are several remediation strategies possible for homes and commercial properties. The early inspection by our competent team generates usable data to formulate an effective plan for eliminating active mold. From surface cleaning with antimicrobial products to more abrasive blasting or sanding, we have options to help how you need it.  

For more on mold removal and damage repairs, see our main page.

SERVPRO of East Onondaga County

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (315) 446-8776

Understanding Mold

Microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, outdoors and indoors, making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

  • Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
  • Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air, and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or on a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens, irritants, and toxins. 
  • Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return. 
  • Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
  • Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

Faster to Any Size Emergency

In as little as 48 hours, a minor mold issue can quickly spread through a home or business. Once you contact us, we’re dedicated to starting the remediation process quickly. This fast response lessens the mold damage, limits additional damage, and reduces the remediation cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of East Onondaga County is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Dewitt community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

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Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We specialize in water and mold damage restoration, with advance training in restoration techniques and the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.  Learn about our water damage training and certificates.

The Mold Remediation Process

Every mold damage scenario is different and requires a unique solution, but the general mold remediation process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our “typical” process:

Step 1: Emergency Contact - (315) 446-8776

The mold cleanup and restoration process begins when you call us. Our representative will ask a series of questions to help us determine the necessary equipment, resources, and personnel.

Step 2: Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of the mold damage by carefully inspecting your property for visible signs of mold. Since mold can be hidden, we use various technologies to detect mold and hidden water sources. 

Step 3: Mold Containment

To keep the mold spores from spreading further, we will use various mold containment procedures. Our professionals may use physical barriers and negative air pressure to isolate the contaminated area and to help prevent the mold spores from spreading through your Dewitt, NY home or business. Also, we’ll turn off the property’s fans and heating and cooling systems to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

Our specialized filtration equipment allows our professionals to capture microscopic mold spores out of the air. We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process. 

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold, using a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re also trained to remove odors and provide deodorization using fogging equipment.

Step 7: Restoration

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may have been removed. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. The restoration step gets your home or business back to normal.

SERVPRO knows Mold

SERVPRO of East Onondaga County has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in Dewitt, NY. We have seen the distress homeowners experience upon finding mold at their property. SERVPRO can help calm any mold concerns. Our trained professionals have the equipment and knowledge it takes to properly remediate mold. Call (315) 446-8776 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.