Mold Remediation St Petersburg
Do I Have Mold?
Molds are types of fungi. They grow in the natural environment. Tiny particles of molds are found everywhere in indoor and outdoor air. In nature, molds help break down dead materials, and can be found growing on soil, foods, plants and other items. Molds are also very common in buildings and homes. Mold needs moisture to grow. Indoors, mold growth can be found where humidity levels are high, like basements and showers. Molds produce microscopic cells called "spores" that are spread easily through the air. Spores can also be spread by water and insects. Live spores act like seeds, forming new mold colonies when they find the right conditions.
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What Allows Mold to Grow
Mold only needs a few things to grow and multiply:
- Nutrients (food)
- A suitable place to grow
- Moisture
Most building materials (such as wood, sheetrock, etc.) provide food that can support mold growth. Even dust that has settled on these materials or furniture can be a food source for molds. Molds can grow almost anywhere there is enough moisture or high humidity. Controlling moisture is the key to stopping indoor mold growth, because all molds require water to grow. Moisture can come from:
- Flooding from the outside (storm water, overflowing lakes, streams, storm surge, etc.)
- Flooding from the indoor (overflow from sinks, tubs, toilets, air conditioner drain pans or sewerage systems)
- Condensation (caused by indoor humidity that is too high or surfaces that are too cold)
- Water leaks from outside the building (roof, walls, floors)
- Indoor plumbing leaks or broken water pipes
- Outdoor sprinkler spray hitting the walls, or indoor fire sprinklers
- Poor venting of kitchen and bathroom moisture (steam from shower or cooking)
- Humidifier use
- Drying wet clothes indoors, or not venting clothes dryers outdoors (including electric dryers)
- House plants (over watering, etc.)
- Moisture from our bodies (sweat, wet hair on pillows, breathe)
- Warm, moist air from outdoors
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Professional Inspections
Professional assessment
We start off every assessment with a thorough inspection using state-of -the technology, such as Infrared cameras and moisture meters. Our goal is to locate the source of the moisture first and remediate to eliminate current and future issues. We will formulate a plan of action to contain, kill and remove any mold that is present, along with any damaged material. The final step of the plan will be to completely clean and sanitize the contaminated surfaces and the air within the structure.
Competitive rates
After the inital assessment is completed, we will walk you through our findings and recommendations. Dion Mold Remediation will provide you with a written estimate, outlining the scope of work, costs and estimated time for completion. This estimate will provide the details that are required for a home or business insurance claim or a liability claim.
Guaranteed satisfaction
Once we receive approval from you or an insurance company, we will being the work immediately. We will take before and after photos, use safety protocols to avoid cross-contamination and dispose of all materials in accordance with the local laws. Our job is competed, after a follow-up walk through and your glowing satisfaction.
