When Mold Happens

9/10/2024 (Permalink)

Mold can occur water and humidity are present, even behind walls.

Do you suspect mold damage in your home or business?

Mold can spread within as little as 48-hours. Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level.

• Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
• Mold spores are microscopic and float in the air and may enter your home or business through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems, or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce health effects.
• Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
• Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
• Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

Trained Personnel

SERVPRO of Bartlesville/Miami has IICRC trained professionals and is an IICRC firm to handle mold remediation in Northeast Oklahoma.

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) creates the standards for the restoration industry and provides training and certification to restoration companies. IICRC Certified Firms have the right to display the IICRC Certified Logo.

IICRC Certified Firms must:

• Present accurate information to consumers and conduct business with honesty and integrity.
• Require a technician on all jobs who has been formally trained and passed all required tests.
• Require a continuing education program to keep technicians up-to-date on the latest changes in the industry.
• Maintain liability insurance to protect all parties in the event of an accident.
• Maintain a written complaint policy and agree to Better Business Bureau or similar arbitration to resolve disputes, and accept the conclusions and recommendations of arbitration.

If you see signs of mold call SERVPRO of Bartlesville/Miami at (918) 766-0220. We can inspect and assess the property using specialized training, equipment and expertise to solve your mold problem.