Port St. Lucie, FL Mold Damage Remediation

With more than 200,000 residents in the city alone, emergencies and disasters stemming from mismanaged water losses or storm damages can occur frequently. We have mold remediation professionals educated in the latest practices for mold removal and damage repairs. Regardless of size, from single-family homes to Indian River State College and The Landing at Tradition, we have practical removal experience to help with: 

  • Mold remediation
  • Black mold
  • Bathroom mold removal
  • Mold specialists
  • Attic mold

How Common is Attic Mold for Port St. Lucie Homes?

Bouts of severe weather are not uncommon in a coastal community, and these situations can lead to damage and vulnerabilities in your home’s exterior. When water can penetrate attic spaces, the resulting persistent moisture can facilitate rapidly spreading mold growth. Often homeowners do not recognize these threats until black mold has migrated to higher traffic areas. Mold inspections can determine the extent of the damage and the appropriate actions our professionals must take to remove the organisms completely.  

Can SERVPRO Perform Black Mold Damage Repairs in Port St. Lucie?

With a mold remediation contractor license (MRSR2994), we can provide repair and build-back for structurally compromised homes and businesses. Controlled demolition is typically needed to fully eradicate active colonization, which leads to a need for material replacement and reconstruction. Our license also permits us to address structural vulnerabilities that might allow recurrences of mold damage.

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SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (772) 266-2350

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 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

SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Port St. Lucie 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 2220, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

We proudly serve Port St. Lucie, FL, Ft. Pierce, FL, St. Lucie West, FL, 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 - (772) 266-2350

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 Port St. Lucie, FL 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

Our specialized filtration equipment allows our professionals to capture microscopic mold spores out of the air. We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process. 

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE 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

Here at SERVPRO of Port St. Lucie NE we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Port St. Lucie, FL. 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 (772) 266-2350 and we will be on our way to help.