Clearwater, FL Mold Damage Remediation

As the county seat with nearly 110,000 residents, homes and businesses alike can become impacted by unexpected disasters and structural threats like mold and microbial growth. From Clearwater Beach's structures to the Historic Capitol Theater, a single mold growth disaster could cause devastating damage to the property. Our remediation professionals have mold removal and black mold damage repair strategies to help with the needed recovery of your home with:

  • Mold remediation
  • Black mold
  • Attic mold
  • Bathroom mold removal
  • Mold specialists 

How Do Mold Specialists Remove Colonies in Clearwater Properties?

Mold removal is an intricate process that involves multiple steps and stages to accommodate various hosting materials and conditions. Many of the choices made vary based on the severity of the colonization and the hosting material condition. Deterioration can often require controlled demolition to discard damaged building materials. When these circumstances do not exist, we can rely on cleaning and abrasive tactics such as dry ice blasting and surface sanding.  

Is Deodorization Part of Mold Removal in Clearwater Homes?

Musty odors can be a clear indicator that mold colonization has taken root in your home. Even after mold colonies get removed, this musty and overwhelming odor can persist. Counteractant beads and granules can lessen the severity of lingering smells. Deodorization can include several leading tools in our recovery inventory, including thermal foggers, air scrubbers, and hydroxyl generators. 

See the main service page for more on our attic mold removal and damage repairs.

SERVPRO of Largo

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (727) 586-0060

Understanding Mold

Some restoration companies advertise “mold removal” and may even guarantee to remove all mold. This is a fallacy because it’s impossible to remove all mold from a house or business; microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. Here are the 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 Emergency

In as little as 48 hours, a minor mold issue can quickly spread through a home or business. Once you contact us, we’re dedicated to starting the remediation process quickly. This fast 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 Largo is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Clearwater 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

As water and mold damage specialists, we have the experience, the expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property restored quickly and thoroughly. 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 - (727) 586-0060

The mold cleanup and restoration process begins when you call us. Our representative will ask a series of questions to help us determine the necessary equipment, resources, 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

To keep the mold spores from spreading further, we will use various mold containment procedures. Our professionals may use physical barriers and negative air pressure to isolate the contaminated area and to help prevent the mold spores from spreading through your Clearwater, FL home or business. Also, we’ll turn off the property’s fans and heating and cooling systems to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

Our specialized filtration equipment allows our professionals to capture microscopic mold spores out of the air. We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process. 

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

SERVPRO of Largo will use a variety of cleaning techniques and products to clean your furnishings and personal belongings. Since mold infestations also cause a persistent musty odor, our professionals are also trained to remove odors and provide deodorization using fogging equipment.

Step 7: Restoration

During the remediation process, it’s often necessary to remove porous building materials like subfloors, drywall, and carpet. The restoration step returns your Clearwater, FL home or business back to normal. Depending on the severity of mold damage, the restoration step may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, or it may involve a substantial reconstruction project.

SERVPRO knows Mold

Here at SERVPRO of Largo we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Clearwater, FL. 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 (727) 586-0060 and we will be on our way to help.