Richmond County, GA Mold Damage Remediation

As one of the first counties in the Augusta, Georgia area Richmond County is home to thousands of people. The community's placement around water bodies that make up the Central Savannah River Area exposes all structures to higher humidity and moisture content. Battling moisture can often be a losing fight for many homeowners, especially when they do not recognize how impacted areas of their property has become. When you suspect mold might be growing in your house, you can rely on environmental testing and air sampling our mold hygienists can conduct to confirm. 

How Does Mold Remediation Resolve Active Colonization in a Richmond County Home? 

Remediation is one of the effective ways to manage and remove active colonies from your property. As leading remediators in Columbia County, our SERVPRO team has multiple approaches to remove the spreading organism. As mold contractors, we can offer repairs and reconstruction that can often be necessary when highly sensitive organic matter like drywall hosts colonies. This exposure to the organism can deteriorate the wall system component to the point of requiring removal and discarding to protect the rest of the house. 

Air Quality and Deodorization After Mold Losses in Richmond County

The use of dual-purpose equipment like hydroxyl generators can resolve harsh odor concerns while simultaneously filtering the air to capture much of the higher spore concentration circulating. HEPA filtration can be one of the most effective approaches to stop the spread of active colonization. 

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SERVPRO of Augusta South / Burke & Wilkes Counties

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (706) 843-1990

Understanding Mold

Microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, outdoors and indoors, making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold 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

SERVPRO of Augusta South / Burke & Wilkes Counties is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Richmond County community too. When you have a water or mold damage issue, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We’re also part of a network of over 2230, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

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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 - (706) 843-1990

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 carefully inspect your property for visible signs of mold. Mold feeds on cellulose and water and can be hidden from plain view. 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 Richmond County, GA 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 Augusta South / Burke & Wilkes Counties 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 Richmond County, GA 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

Here at SERVPRO of Augusta South / Burke & Wilkes Counties we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Richmond County, GA. Encountering mold can be worrisome for any homeowner, but SERVPRO is here to put your mind at ease. We have the right tools and trained professionals to get the job done right. Give us a call at (706) 843-1990 and we will be on our way to help.