Mold Removal vs. Mold Remediation in Hoffman Estates

10/7/2019 (Permalink)

Understanding the difference in mold removal and mold remediation.

SERVPRO of Barrington/North Schaumburg shares the differences in mold removal and mold remediation. Understanding that microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere naturally, helps us to know while we are able to remediate mold and the damage it causes, it is impossible to entirely remove mold from a structure. Mold is always present, but not always destructive.

Mold, once exposed to moisture, can begin growing into colonies within 48 hours. Moisture sources that help mold grow include windows, air conditioning/heating units, leaks, pets, and even clothing materials. If you suspect destructive mold growing in your home or office, SERVPRO of Barrington/North Schaumburg shares these tips from FEMA:

• First, stay protected by ventilating the area where mold is present
• Wear protective gear such as gloves, a mask, and eye protection
• Throw out whatever mold has destroyed, if you can do so safely
• Identify materials that have been exposed to moisture for over 24-48 hours
• Keep humidity below 50%
• Finally, let SERVPRO of Barrington/North Schaumburg come to your Hoffman Estates location to remediate the mold safely and get your home or business back to normal.

While we cannot prevent mold from happening, we can remediate the damage making it “Like it never even happened.”

An Important Note:

By law, only licensed professionals can remediate large areas. A “large area” is 10 square feet or more per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA.)

SERVPRO of Barrington/N. Schaumburg is independently owned and operated.

Links:

https://www.fema.gov/pdf/rebuild/recover/fema_mold_brochure_english.pdf