Different Mold Remediation Stages for Wilmington Properties

10/17/2024 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of Wilmington if you suspect you have a mold issue.

Planning for Mold Removal for Your Wilmington Premises

Mold develops when there is abundant moisture around organic materials. That is why areas such as under the sink and near bathtubs are mold hotspots. Such moisture accumulation happens over a long time. However, a significant water leak when you are out enjoying the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival or Brandywine Festival of the Arts can saturate enough areas of your property to saddle you with mold problems for months. Proper mold remediation takes several steps, as well as good planning. 

The first step in mold remediation for Wilmington properties is moisture management since moisture triggers the microbial processes that lead to mold contamination. This step is standard whether you have a Victorian or Colonial home in historic districts like Quaker Hill and Brandywine Village or a luxury apartment on the waterfront along the Christina River. Hidden moisture within walls, beneath carpets, and other enclosed areas poses a continued threat, so you need to identify concealed moisture. 

Ways SERVPRO® detects hidden moisture 

• Using penetrative moisture meters
  
• Using thermal cameras 
• By opening up the enclosed areas 

Depending on the moisture situation and the level of mold growth, you may need to tear down some areas to remove heavily contaminated materials. Establishing containment before such teardown is essential to prevent moldy residues and spores from spreading to unaffected property areas. The supplies you need for creating airtight containment, like 6-mil plastic sheets, PVC pipes, and tape, are readily available in local stores, including Wagner Hardware and Pax Ace Hardware. SERVPRO crews add a touch of experience, ensuring a smooth setup. 

Managing drying 

Many structural materials and furniture affected by water damage can survive mold through thorough cleaning and drying. Since drying requires air movement to hasten evaporation, safeguards are necessary to minimize the particulate matter released into the air. Our SERVPRO teams use low-airflow dehumidifiers when drying or setting up an air filtration device to mop up the particulate matter and odor molecules in the air. Sometimes, additional deodorization with Ozone or hydroxyl generators may be necessary to eliminate traces of musty odor.

SERVPRO of Brandywine / Wilmington professionally manages mold remediation. Call us at (302) 762-8080.