Mold Removal Precautions at Shreveport Properties

11/22/2022 (Permalink)

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Safe Mold Cleanup in Your Shreveport Home with SERVPRO

Mold is a significant nuisance in homes. It discolors drywall, produces a musty smell, shows up as black spots on the siding, blackens the grout lines in shower tiles, and rots damp wood everywhere in a Shreveport home. When you notice microbial growth in your home, there is a moisture problem around that area. Moisture presence causes mold spores to swell and propagate by sending out a network of structures. Therefore it is essential to locate the moisture source and take steps to remedy it before cleaning the affected areas.

Mold removal at your Shreveport home requires more than a wipe-off. However, there are things one can do to minimize spreading before experts arrive. SERVPRO professionals inspect your home for visible signs and locate any hidden moisture source so the problem does not return once affected areas have been cleaned.

Before help arrives

• Turn off the HVAC system and other air-moving equipment
• Do not disturb or touch the mold
• Do not spray disinfectant or bleach
• Do not paint over it

Removing mold in porous surfaces

Mold affects surfaces and materials differently. Professionals, therefore, apply cleaning techniques based on the type of surface. If the material is porous, like a ceiling tile or insulation, and is extensively contaminated, it is best to remove it completely. However, If only a small area on walls or ceilings of sheetrock or plaster is affected, SERVPRO can stop spreading by cleaning the room. Using vacuums with HEPA filters, our crews vacuum loose spores, followed by wire brushing to remove the remaining colonies. When performing these tasks, we ensure our teams wear proper protective gear and that the contaminated area is covered with plastic sheeting to prevent cross-contamination.  

Essential materials include

• 6-mil plastic bags for disposal
• Antimicrobial solution
• Heavy-duty cleaner

SERVPRO of South Shreveport uses the right mold removal approach minimizing the chances of a re-occurrence. Call us at (318) 865-4655. We’re Faster To Any Size Disaster.