Lauderdale, MN Mold Damage Remediation

With more than 150 years of combined experience throughout our roster, situations like the development of mold in Lauderdale homes can be more confidently handled by experienced professionals on our team. Microbial threats can spread quickly throughout a residence, especially when moisture concerns go unchecked and unchallenged. As leading remediators in the area, our SERVPRO team works to address both the immediate colonization concerns that can produce adverse health effects for those exposed and the structural issues that continue to provide the appropriate conditions to facilitate mold growth.

Mold Damage Repair for Lauderdale Residences 

As licensed general contractors, we have the experience and the training to conduct a series of construction needs that your property might have after mold gets discovered. Not only does remediation often require some degree of controlled demolition, repairs and structural rebuilding is often necessary to address any persistent moisture concerns. Evaluating the property to determine what structural elements have become overly compromised can ensure that the appropriate demolition efforts begin immediately.

Mold Remediation Strategies for Lauderdale

Unlike mold removal, remediation seeks only to address active colonization and harmful mold spores in an environment. Several strategies ranging from sanding and media blasting to the removal and discarding of affected surfaces are required to accomplish this. With negative air chambers and air scrubbers, we can keep the work area contained and prevent the spreading and worsening of mold conditions. 

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SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (612) 421-2040

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 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 Northeast Minneapolis is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Lauderdale community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

We proudly serve St Anthony, MN, Falcon Heights, MN, Lauderdale, MN, and surrounding areas.

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 - (612) 421-2040

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

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 Lauderdale, MN 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

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

SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis 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

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

SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in Lauderdale, MN. We have seen the distress homeowners experience upon finding mold at their property. SERVPRO can help calm any mold concerns. Our trained professionals have the equipment and knowledge it takes to properly remediate mold. Call (612) 421-2040 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.