Mold damage can be devastating or stressful to homeowners

10/17/2017 (Permalink)

Mold Found During Remodel in Deal, NJ

Yes mold can be a hassle to deal with but when you have to professionals from SERVPRO of Marlboro/Tinton Falls there to help we will take the stress off you and deal with the situation.  We have seen mold caused from different scenarios.  Mold caused by damp crawlspaces not properly ventilated or not having a proper vapor barrier installed.  Some crawlspaces might even require a dehumidifier to be placed to remove the moisture that is causing mold growth.  Lack of ventilation in the bathroom or attic may also cause mold to grow.  Living near the Jersey shore in the winter time causes some issues with mold because a lot of the homes are summer homes.  Sometimes homeowner forget to winterize or keep the heat on a high enough temperature and cause pipes to break and not get noticed till the spring or if a neighbor happens to catch the leak.  If the water sits too long and the temperatures vary and get warmer this is prime for mold growth.  Another scenario we have encountered is mold growth on HVAC ducting; this could be from lack of ventilation or a leak from the unit which hasn’t been detected or improper insulation around the duct work itself.   

Regardless of the scenario it is always important to call in the professionals like SERVPRO of Marlboro/Tinton Falls to remediate your mold issue.  We follow the IICRC standards for mold remediation and work with all insurance companies.  SERVPRO of Marlboro/Tinton Falls does suggest that if you do have a mold issue to contact your insurance company because not all policies cover mold damage.  It is important to remediate your mold damage regardless if the insurance is going to pay for it or not because it could lead to structural damage.  Mold damage can also spread to other areas of the home if not treated and contained to the original area and possibly damage the non-porous materials in your home.  Besides damage to the home there could be health issues caused by mold but you should check with your healthcare professional to see if you may be at risk.   

We have pointed out many different scenarios or “issues” mold can cause but our main point is that you need to be educated by a professional and have them remediate your mold scenario or “issue”.  SERVPRO of Marlboro/Tinton Falls is here to help and we service all of New Jersey.  If you feel that you might have a problem with mold feel free to contact us and we would love to come out and take a look and give you our professional opinion.