Terryville, NY Mold Damage Remediation

Mold can be an underappreciated threat to many Terryville homes and businesses. Properties do not realize the magnitude of high moisture content in the environment or the groundwater threats pressing against the basement's foundations. With these threats against buildings like The John F Kennedy Middle School or the Terryville Elementary School, hundreds of families could become affected by a single mold growth incident. We have experienced remediation professionals to respond quickly to help.

Mold Damage Repairs in Terryville

Repairs and reconstruction are often necessary after a mold damage incident. We have a team that can utilize our GC license ((#H0456340000) to help with these situations, we have a greater spectrum of actions that can get taken to recover your property after these emergencies. It is also vital for our experienced building trade professionals to identify and fix any vulnerabilities the property that might lead to further mold growth and microbial threats in the future. Our contracting division can work alongside our remediators to accomplish:

  • Plumbing repairs
  • Controlled demolition
  • Material discarding

Mold Remediation Steps for Terryville Properties

Remediation is different from mold removal, as this process targets active colonization exclusively. Depending on the severity of the colonization and spread of the organism through hosting materials, the remediation solution changes. We work quickly to limit the required tear-out and reconstruction after mold exposure through varying surface treatment options like antimicrobial cleaning solutions, sanding, abrasive cleaning, and other strategies.

Find out more about our mold remediation services on the main page.

SERVPRO of Centereach, Selden

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (631) 468-3003

Understanding Mold

Confusion and misunderstanding surround the topic of mold and mold remediation. Some restoration businesses even make claims to remove all mold from a building. This is a fallacy. Mold spores occur naturally almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. These microscopic spores float along in the air and can enter a home or business through windows and HVAC systems. Consider these 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 are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Centereach, Selden is locally owned and operated, so we’re already nearby and ready to help Terryville residents and business owners with any size mold contamination.

We proudly serve Centereach, NY, Terryville, NY, Lake Grove, NY, and surrounding areas.

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We specialize in water and mold damage restoration, with advance training in restoration techniques and the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.  Learn about our water damage 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 - (631) 468-3003

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

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

SERVPRO of Centereach, Selden 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 Terryville, NY 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

SERVPRO of Centereach, Selden has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in Terryville, NY. 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 (631) 468-3003 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.