What Mold Remediation in Los Angeles Properties Involves

12/23/2022 (Permalink)

Visible Mold removal is a step in SERVPRO's remediation for Los Angeles area homes and buildings.

SERVPRO Offers Broad Mold Restoration Services in Los Angeles

Discovering mold on your property is not something pleasing, so you may want to take immediate action to arrest the situation. However, before embarking on mold remediation, you must evaluate the case to determine what needs addressing exactly.

Every incident might present different dynamics based on your structure type and the infestation source point. Therefore, mold remediation at your Los Angeles property should start with an elaborate inspection process. SERVPRO crew chiefs prioritize such evaluation to reveal the extent of the problem.

Some Things to Know When You See Mold

• There are unresolved moisture problems
• Materials are rapidly deteriorating
• You must deal with contamination
• Surface finishes are likely to deteriorate

Mold requires a combination of factors to thrive. Sufficient moisture is one of the main triggers since it helps spores propagate. Other factors, such as organic food sources, are easier to satisfy because of the wooden structural materials and contents. Therefore, identifying and resolving moisture issues is as essential as any other remediation step. If moisture is not readily visible, our SERVPRO technicians can use specialized tools such as thermal cameras to identify hidden leaks.

Contamination Levels

Mold development is a microbial process that contaminates properties with its colonies which are a biohazard that requires careful handling. Necessary precautions depend on the contamination extent or affected area. For example, cleaning a small, contaminated area may only require gloves and an N95 mask, but a full bodysuit and full-face respirators may be necessary for extensive contamination.

You may know the signs of mold, such as dark patches and surface discoloration. However, you may fail to realize what goes on beneath the surface where materials deteriorate rapidly. If left unaddressed, wooden structures can develop rot-like disintegration. Evaluation helps determine whether surface cleaning is sufficient or if demolition is necessary.

Other Effects of Mold

• Flaking paint
• Fabric stains
• Musty odor

SERVPRO of Silver Lake / Echo Park performs standard mold remediation to resolve issues, whether deeply embedded or relegated to the surfaces. Call us at (213) 628-2000. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.