When it comes to mold prevention, the importance of humidity control can not be overstated. High-humidity environments, such as bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms, foster the proliferation of mold spores by providing them with the darkness, moisture, and organic material they need to reproduce.
While a room at first glance may not appear to be impacted by mold growth, this doesn’t mean that spores are not secretly lurking in the shadows. Carpets, which can soak up spills and moisture from the air, are known to harbor mold and mildew buried deep in their fibers. Meanwhile, wood floor planks are porous—allowing moisture to easily seep through and penetrate the wood. As water makes its way between the boards, mold spores can wreak havoc underneath. Mold growth under flooring can cause discoloration, poor structural integrity, and warping. In fact, you can walk over mold growth every day and be none the wiser!
If you are experiencing respiratory issues or allergies and suspect mold growth to be the culprit, Maven Construction Group Inc. can help. Our Gainesville restoration company uses state-of-the-art equipment to accurately identify mold contamination. Contact our restoration specialists today for a free service estimate, or to schedule a professional mold assessment.
A quality dehumidifier can remove moisture in the air—keeping indoor humidity levels between a reasonable 30% and 50%. This range makes it difficult for mold spores to grow, so even if you live in a high humidity region, you won’t have to worry about severe mold damage.
As soon as you notice a leak in your plumbing fixtures, roof, or windows, immediately respond with water removal and repairs. Otherwise, the water leak may worsen or spread, affecting larger areas of your flooring. All it takes is 24 to 48 hours for mold spores to germinate when exposed to untreated moisture.
Depending on the severity of the leak and if it made contact with your flooring, you might need to replace your carpeting or wooden floors. Even if water is properly sopped up on the floor’s surface, there may be some moisture trapped in the gaps or seams of the planks.
If you spot signs of mold in your household, do not attempt to clean or remove it yourself. Improper mold cleanup can release microscopic mold spores into the air, where they can contaminate other surfaces throughout the home. Instead, you can rely on our mold removal team to safely contain spores and prevent their spread.
Maven Construction Group Inc. applies advanced mold containment techniques and equipment to hinder the spread of airborne spores. Depending on the project and the severity of the mold, our licensed restoration professionals may use negative air chambers, air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, and specialized filtration equipment to capture mold in the air. Once the airborne mold spores are removed, anti-fungal and anti-microbial treatments are applied to the area in order to eliminate colonies and prevent future mold formation.
For more information, or to schedule emergency mold removal services in North Central Florida, contact our team today!
Locally owned and operated in Gainesville, FL, Maven Construction Group is a licensed general contractor, Angie’s List Certified Contractor, and is accredited and A-rated by the Better Business Bureau. Maven has delivered the best damage restoration and reconstruction services in North Central Florida for more than 15 years.
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