SERVPRO Brea/Yorba Linda Combats Hidden Mold

5/9/2014 (Permalink)

At SERVPRO Brea/Yorba Linda we are just as committed to creating a healthy home environment as you. We are aware that excessive amounts of mold and certain types of hazardous mold may present health concerns. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, inhaling or touching mold may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. These allergic responses include hay fever-type symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rash (dermatitis). In addition, mold exposure can irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both. The problem is that often the mold growing in your home is hidden on the back side of dry wall, in wallpaper or paneling, the top side of ceiling tiles, or the underside of carpets and pads, etc. It is very important that you arrange for certified professionals to conduct mold removal and mold remediation as soon as the presence of mold is identified.

One indication that mold is present is by the smell. Indoor mold damage varies, but the familiar musty odor of mildew or mold can often make your room smell stuffy, aged, or stale. Smell is not the only indicator when investigating for hidden mold. You may also notice that the paint in a room is chipped, peeling, or bulging. This can signal that moisture is building up. Since monitoring the moisture in your home is the most important step to control the mold in your home, you want to check the area with the peeling paint to make sure no hidden underlying water problem is present.  

If you encounter hidden mold here are some tips to help you deal with the situation appropriately:

• Do Not Repaint Right Away: Check for hidden mold first. Clean up the mold and dry the surfaces before painting. Paint applied over moldy surfaces is likely to peel.

• Analyze furniture deterioration: If you notice any water stains on rotting wood or dilapidated furniture it could suggest a long standing water moisture problem. Take furnishings in to a licensed professional for refurbishing.

If you encounter any hidden mold SERVPRO Brea/Yorba Linda is the best of all the mold cleaning companies in Yorba Linda and can help alleviate some of your stress. The goal of our experienced technicians is to make sure you are comfortable in your home, and if we can’t, then we aim to make the process as quick and painless as possible.