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Archived Mold Remediation Blog Posts

Preventing Mold

6/30/2023 (Permalink)

When your Lancaster home or business suffers mold damage, it is critical to act immediately since mold can quickly spread throughout your home in as little as 48 hours.  Mold often occurs when moisture is present or when a space is wet and humid.  By frequently inspecting and cleaning the areas of your property that are prone to these conditions, mold growth can be prevented.  These areas include the following:

  • Basements
  • Bathrooms including the shower and floor tiles
  • Window and door molding
  • Refrigerator door seals
  • Areas around your air conditioner

Preventing moisture is key to stopping mold in its tracks.  If mold damage does occur, a mold remediation professional can properly handle the removal and help to prevent further damage.

Attempting to remove the growth on your own can lead to further issues.  Mold spores can travel throughout your home and cause various health issues if proper equipment isn’t set to capture and remove those spores.  SERVPRO of Lancaster East and Southern Lancaster County utilizes our specialized air scrubbers to remove all harmful particles and sustain your healthy indoor air quality. Our advanced mold removal techniques also allow us to help ensure mold is no longer a threat to your property.

We follow guidelines outlined by the IICRC to assess each mold damage situation, perform the proper remediation techniques and restore a structure back to preloss conditions.  SERVPRO of Lancaster East and Southern Lancaster County is here to make any size mold damage disaster “Like it never even happened.”

Managing Mold

3/2/2020 (Permalink)

The professionals at SERVPRO of Lancaster East understand mold and have the training and equipment to remediate the mold in your home or business.

When there's water instruction, like a roof leak or leaking water line, mold can quickly become a problem in your home or business. Mold can cause health effects and can also cause significant damage to your property. Fortunately, the professionals at SERVPRO of Lancaster East have the training, protective gear and specialized equipment necessary to handle your mold problem. Although every mold damage scenario is different requiring a unique solution, the general mold remediation process stays the same. The following steps illustrate a "typical" mold removal process.

Call the Team in Green

The mold cleanup and restoration process begins when you call SERVPRO of Lancaster East. A representative will ask a series of questions to help determine the necessary equipment, resources, and personnel needed.

Inspection and Damage Assessment

Your property will be carefully inspected of signs of mold using technology designed to detect mold and hidden water sources. Mold feeds on cellulose and water can be hidden from plain view.

Mold Containment

Various containment procedures will be placed to prevent the spread of mold and isolate the contaminated area which physical barriers and negative air pressure keep the mold spores from spreading during the cleanup process.

Air Filtration

Specialized filtration equipment captures microscopic mold spores out of the air. SERVPRO technicians utilize powerful air scrubbers and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in progress.

Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Matierals

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. Anti-fungal and antimicrobial treatments will be used to eliminate mold colonies and help prevent new colonies from forming. Removing and disposing of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and flooring, may be necessary to remediate heavy mold growth.

Cleaning Contents and Belongings

The professionals at SERVPRO of Lancaster East will clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, and other restorable items affected by mold. They use a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and sanitize your belongings. They are also trained to remove odors and deodorize using fogging equipment.

Restoration

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may be 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 MOLD MITIGATION & REMEDIATION PROCESS

5/26/2017 (Permalink)

Mold

When there’s a water intrusion, like a roof leak
or leaking water line, mold can quickly become a problem in your home or business. Mold can affect your health and can also cause significant damage to your property.


Fortunately, your SERVPRO of Lancaster East Professionals have the training, protective gear, and specialized equipment necessary to handle your mold problem. Although every mold damage scenario is different, requiring a unique solution, the general mold remediation process stays the same.The following steps illustrate a “typical”mold removal process.


Call SERVPRO of Lancaster East at 717-519-0767 

A representative will ask a series of questions to help determine the necessary equipment, resources, and personnel needed.


Inspection & Damage Assessment

Your property will be carefully inspected for signs of mold using technology designed to detect mold
and hidden water sources. Mold feeds on cellulose and water which can be hidden from plain view.


Mold Containment

Various containment procedures will be placed to prevent the spread of mold and isolate the contaminated area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep the mold spores
from spreading during the cleanup process.


Air Filtration

Specialized filtration equipment captures microscopic mold spores out of the air. SERVPRO® technicians utilize powerful air scrubbers and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold
remediation is in progress.


Removing Mold & Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. Antifungal and antimicrobial treatments will be used to eliminate mold colonies and help prevent new colonies from
forming. Removing and disposing of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and flooring, may be necessary to remediate heavy mold growth.


Cleaning Contents & Belongings

SERVPRO® Franchise Professionals clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, and other restorable items affected by mold. They use a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and sanitize your belongings. They are also trained to remove odors and deodorize using fogging equipment.


Restoration

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may be 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.


SERVPRO of Lancaster East Professionals understand mold and mold growth and have the training and equipment to remediate mold in your home or business.