If you ever thought, "What's that musty smell," then there's a good chance you have mold growing in your house or business.
Mold is a normal occurrence especially in Georgia due to the humid climate. Mold grows any time there is moisture, such as around leaky pipes, windows and roofs. Mold can grow on ceiling tiles and wood, wallpaper and paint, even drywall, carpet and fabrics. Mold grows quickly and spreads fast. According to the CDC, mold is “A fungal growth that forms and spreads on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter.”
Mold can survive both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor mold can show up on fallen leaves or wet pine straw. Ever notice how the weather man reports on high levels of pollen, grass and mold?
Allergy sufferers can experience mold allergies both outside and inside.
Interior mold is caused by moisture. That’s why if you see a leak or experience a flood, it’s important to call First In Restoration immediately before the mold sets in (and it sets in quickly).
While a lot of people may see a black colored mold and assume it’s “Toxic black mold” sometimes it’s a different variety that’s not as bad for you, however any mold spore is not good for your health (or your pets), especially if you have allergies or suffer from asthma.
Mold is unavoidable, but there are ways to reduce the chance of growth in your residential or commercial space.
How Long Does it Take for Mold to Grow?
As we mentioned, mold grows very quickly. Within 48-72 hours of excessive exposure to moisture after a flood or a leaking pipe the mold can begin to grow and spread.
How Do I Remove Mold from Walls
We understand how frightening and frustrating it can be to find mold in your home. We recommend calling First In Restoration right away for mold remediation. Mold spreads easily and is airborne (and not something you can see with your naked eye most of the time) so it is impossible for a non-trained technician to remove everything.
Can I Use Bleach to Remove Mold?
The short answer is no. Not only is bleach extremely bad for your lung health, it does not kill mold spores and in fact can create the mold to grow. Bleach is great for killing mildew but it is not recommended for mold. First In Restoration uses natural product and is trained to properly remove mold and then perform an air quality test. We encourage home owners to practice preventative care to avoid mold but to call us once they find mold for proper mold removal.
How Do I Avoid Mold Growth
Concerned about mold growth?
Fix the leaks in your home such as issues with plumbing or your roof.
Keep your humidity level low (dehumidifiers are encouraged, especially in unconditioned spaces like unfinished basements or garages).
Keep your bathrooms cleaned - this is a huge breeding ground for mold growth and bacteria.
Use exhaust fans in your bathroom as you shower to get rid of extra moisture floating in the space.
If you experience a flood in your home that causes water damage (from anything ranging in a flood from a broken pipe, sump pump failure that floods your basement or foundation leak from hydrostatic pressure, etc) do not wait to call First In Restoration immediately.
First In Restoration is the best water damage cleanup and restoration service in Gwinnett County. First In Restoration is certified and trained to perform mold removal and mold remediation and serves Georgia.
How does First In Restoration Remove Mold?
We begin by inspecting and assessing the damage. We use our industrial technology and machines to detect and locate all hidden moisture that you may not even see. We contain the mold so it does not spread as it is removed. HEPA vacuums and commercial air scrubbers are used to prevent the spread of mold spores during remediation. We remove mold infested items such as drywall, carpet, books, anything where we detect moisture and mold. From there we clean and sanitize everything to remove mold and remove odor. After the air quality test comes back clean we continue restoring your space. We reconstruct your space putting back new, fresh drywall, flooring and make sure your property is back to it’s pre-damaged condition.
Will My Insurance Cover Mold Removal?
Honestly, this just depends on your insurance policy. We are happy to help you navigate a claim but if it's not covered we do take credit cards and provide financing. Mold is a serious matter and needs to be removed no matter what.
First In Restoration is Here for Your Mold Cleanup
Mold is a huge problem for your home and health. First In Restoration is available 24/7 for your mold remediation needs. First In Restoration is certified and trained to help you in your mold damage emergency including air quality test, mold assessment, mold remediation and mold restoration. Call First In Restoration today to help with your mold remediation in Georgia. 470-748-0225, www.firstinrestoration.com.
