Coney Island, NY Mold Damage Remediation

Coney Island homes and businesses face moisture concerns in dozens of ways. Subsequent mold development can be an unfortunate reality for many structures. Experienced remediation professionals can help to clean up the mess and prevent the colonies from returning. 

Coney Island Mold Inspections After Water Damage

One of the first steps our SERVPRO professionals take when reaching a mold-damaged home is to conduct a thorough property inspection. We must understand the extent of the damage and what we can do to help restore conditions. Our assessment tracks several important aspects:

  • Damage to the structure
  • Malodors
  • Migrating mold organisms 
  • Impacted contents

Remediation for Coney Island Homes 

Remediating requires several approaches to remove active mold colonies from the house. While we begin these efforts by attempting surface cleaning to remove visible mold on the outermost layer of hosting materials, this is not always the full measure of the work to get done. In addition to antimicrobial products and sporicidal agents, more aggressive measures can be needed like media blasting and controlled demolition to eliminate mold growth. 

Eliminating the Malodors of Mold Development

Mold can often create offensive odors that overcome the areas where the growth occurs. Musty smells must be addressed quickly to prevent further penetration and embedding into the porous materials affected. We have numerous deodorization products and instruments to help. We often rely on approaches like thermal fogging to disperse neutralizing agents effectively.

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SERVPRO of The Rockaways, Coney Island

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (718) 400-9051

Understanding Mold

Microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, outdoors and indoors, making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

  • Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
  • Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air, and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or on a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens, irritants, and toxins. 
  • 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.

Faster to Any Size Fire Disaster

A minor mold problem can quickly become a major infestation if left untreated. We can start the remediation process immediately after you contact us. A faster response lessens the mold damage, limits additional damage, and reduces the remediation cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of The Rockaways, Coney Island is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Coney Island community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

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Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We are trained mold damage specialists who get started quickly to get your home or business back to normal, with specific training and certifications to handle your restoration needs. Learn about our water and mold training and certificates.

The Mold Remediation Process

Every mold damage scenario is different and requires a unique solution, but the general mold remediation process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our “typical” process:

Step 1: Emergency Contact - (718) 400-9051

We’re available 24 hours, 7 days a week to answer your phone call. Our consultant will guide you through this process, asking questions that will allow us to better understand your situation and to determine the needed equipment and personnel.

Step 2: Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of the mold damage by carefully inspecting your property for visible signs of mold. Since mold can be hidden, we use various technologies to detect mold and hidden water sources. 

Step 3: Mold Containment

Our professionals use various containment procedures to prevent the spread of mold. We may use advanced containment procedures like negative air chambers to isolate the contaminated area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep the mold spores from spreading during the cleanup process. All fans and heating and cooling systems will be turned off to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

We use powerful air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, and other filtration equipment to remove microscopic mold spores out of the air. This air filtration process and our mold containment process help to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process.

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

Depending on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces involved, the mold remediation process can vary significantly. In general, we’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. Depending on the severity of the infestation, we may need to remove drywall, carpeting, and other porous materials.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold, using a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re also trained to remove odors and provide deodorization using fogging equipment.

Step 7: Restoration

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may have been removed. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. The restoration step gets your home or business back to normal.

SERVPRO knows Mold

Here at SERVPRO of The Rockaways, Coney Island we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Coney Island, NY. Encountering mold can be worrisome for any homeowner, but SERVPRO is here to put your mind at ease. We have the right tools and trained professionals to get the job done right. Give us a call at (718) 400-9051 and we will be on our way to help.