Apollo Beach Mold Damage Remediation Solutions for Homes

8/19/2022 (Permalink)

Trust the AMRT-applied microbial remediation technicians from SERVPRO to restore your mold damaged Apollo Beach home. Here to Help!

SERVPRO Gets Mold Damage Cleanup Started Fast

While many do not consider mold and microbial growth as pressing and threatening as fire and water disasters, the potential destruction can be similar. Mold growth occurs without the homeowner's knowledge in many cases, spreading and worsening substantially before surfacing in the living space. Many have chosen SERVPRO to help with these threats for many reasons, but mostly because we are:

• AMRT-Certified
• Fast-Responding
• Knowledgeable
• Well-Equipped
• Empathetic

Apollo Beach mold damage is more common than many property owners might think. Being a coastal community in the Greater Tampa area, homes and businesses are subject to the severe weather approaching from the Gulf of Mexico and impacting structures. With unexpected moisture in places like the attic, subsequent damage like mold can result.

How Damaged Is the House?

SERVPRO professionals must determine the extent of mold damage in the residence before we can get remediation solutions underway. This discovery process utilizes several approaches, including moisture tracking with hygrometers and thermal imagery. Learning the placement and spread of microbial colonies helps our restoration professionals to create a custom remediation solution targeting pressing concerns first.

Choosing the Right Mold Remediation Approach

There are no universal mold removal methods. Our professionals must use data collected from the assessment and identify the best possible remediation solution. Based on the severity of the growth and exposure, we have multiple removal choices like:

• Spray-On Products - Surface cleaning products can be the first defense against newly forming mold and microbial damage. Antimicrobial sprays can quickly eliminate spore activity and act as a barrier against re-infestation.
• Abrasive Cleaning - Agitation and mechanical action can be helpful approaches in removing surface mold as well. Sanding, for example, can be especially effective on porous wood framing commonly supporting mold colonies.
• The Use of Media - Media blasting using products like dry ice, sponges, and sodium bicarbonate can all have a place in removing active colonies from porous materials. Media blasting aims to protect the hosting substrate underneath if possible.
• Removing the Material - Controlled demolition is a final approach to remove active mold from the property when other cleaning and remediation solutions are impossible. This effort discards impacted materials entirely.

Will Mold Go Away on Its Own?

Mold damage is a widespread concern for residents because the organism can spread beyond where homeowners can see. Active colonies are not always in the open, making the removal of the mold a service to get handled by experienced remediation professionals like our SERVPRO team. Our IICRC - certified technicians have the skills you need. The idea that mold can dissipate naturally or go away on its own can ultimately lead to more significant structural damage and related hazards by not acting on the mold removal the property requires.

How Challenging Is Mold Odor Removal?

A common byproduct of mold production in a structure is a musty malodor. In many ways, this can be an early indication of microbial development when the colonies have not yet breached surfaces in the living areas. Overcoming these smells requires a combined effort from cleaning products, deodorizers, and special equipment like oxidation machines and HEPA filtration devices.

The Need for Repairs and Reconstruction

Microbial growth and mold damage can be heavily destructive to contents and building materials. Mold can destroy any hosting elements like drywall and other porous materials after even short exposure times. With a general contractor license, we can complete the demolition of destroyed structural pieces, conduct emergency repairs to stop water flow, and fully reconstruct damaged areas of the property as necessary.

Humidity and moisture concerns can make Apollo Beach mold damage a persistent threat for homes and businesses. Understanding how to manage microbial growth and prevent recurrences is one of the driving forces behind so many choosing the experience of our SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton team. If you think mold could be an issue in your residence, call us at (813) 624-2001.

Prompt Water Removal at a Gibsonton Home with SERVPRO

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

Water damage caused by roof leaks can be restored and repaired by SERVPRO, helping our Gibsonton neighbors. "Like it never even happened."

Repairing Water Damage from a Gibsonton Roof Leak

Your home's plumbing system is a multiplex network of water supply pipes, vents, and drain pipes. Understanding a plumbing system's fundamentals helps better understand the problems that could occur. A well-designed system delivers water to the different faucets, fixtures, and appliances in your Gibsonton home and efficiently carries away wastewater without clogs. However, the system may develop a malfunction leading to leakage.

The water removal process at Gibsonton homes starts with the basics like locating the problem and fixing the leak. Extraction methods depend on the size of the leak. You need to establish whether you are dealing with just damp floors or several inches of standing water. SERVPRO technicians have experience in managing any size of water loss and respond quickly to mitigate damage.

Common plumbing issues leading to leaks

• Malfunctioning pipe joints
• Corrosion buildup and damage in old water pipes
• Bad seals around appliance line connections
• Pipe overflows or bursts due to clogs and backups

Skilled plumbers help perform necessary repairs to get your plumbing system working well again. However, cleaning up after the leak and drying things out requires professional help as water can cause severe damage.

Extracting the moisture

Mops or clean towels should be enough for flooded areas with just a little moisture exposure. However, suppose the leak has affected multiple rooms? In that case, specialized extraction equipment such as pumps may be necessary for water traveling from the upper to the lower level of your home.

Removing soaked carpets, furniture, and other detachable items from the flooded area is also part of the process. Depending on how much moisture they absorbed, some items may be salvageable. Extracting the moisture alone does not mean the areas are completely dry. SERVPRO sets up dehumidifiers to draw the moisture out of the room.

Other water removal processes

• Extraction with drying mats
• Evaporation with air movers
• Moisture control with drying chambers

SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton, offers rapid and efficient water removal services. Call us at (813) 624-2001. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Addressing Water Damage at Gibsonton Business Premises

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

Take the day off when SERVPRO restores your water damaged business in Gibsonton.

SERVPRO Offers Gibsonton Businesses Quick Water Removal

Water damage can occur at your business premises anytime and for various reasons. A burst pipe, broken sprinkler system, leaking appliances, or a foundation leak could all be possible causes. Identifying these issues before they happen or soon after can prevent excessive long-term problems such as mold.

Water damage at a Gibsonton business premise may result in structural problems and safety hazards that you may not identify until it is too late. As a business owner, your priority is stopping leaks or underlying issues. Doing this helps prevent further deterioration. You, therefore, need to contact a professional such as SERVPRO to start taking appropriate steps to repair and restore your premises to preloss condition. We aim to keep your enterprise open and functioning during the water removal service whenever possible.

Restoration professionals help

• Decide what needs to be repaired
• Mitigate further damage
• Deal with potential hazards

When affected by such a problem, some immediate risks are property deterioration, permanent data loss, and expensive equipment and inventory damage. It can be difficult and costly to deal with such losses. However, SERVPRO teams respond quickly and take effective action to help reduce the categories and size of losses.

Drying out and removing humidity

When addressing deep pools of standing water, SERVPRO uses submersible pumps, or if there is not too much-standing water, our technicians can use a wet-dry vacuum for extraction and cleaning. Mops also come in handy as they help clean hard-to-reach areas. We use central air conditioning to remove humidity if it is possible to switch on the electricity. Air Movers and dehumidifiers help dry damp areas of your premises as well. This keeps moisture from seeping into the underlying structure of your commercial property, dramatically reducing the risk of mold infestation.

Areas that require proper drying

• Walls
• Floors
• Storage areas

SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton, can handle emergency water damage, clean-up, and restoration. We can quickly get your business back to normal. Call us at (813) 624-2001. We're Faster To Any Size Disaster.

Detecting and Dealing with Mold Damage at Apollo Beach Homes

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

To spell it out--Call SERVPRO for mold remediation in your Apollo Beach Home or Condo

Efficient Mold Removal for Apollo Beach Homeowners

After a plumbing leak in your Apollo Beach property, mold may set in as soon as 24 to 48 hours. It thrives well in damp environments, and porous materials like drywall and carpet may serve reservoirs, thus offering a perfect place for growth. These tiny fungi invade wood framing, causing long-term structural damage and contaminating the interior air.

You should not be surprised to find mold damage in your Apollo Beach property while you're cleaning up since plumbing leaks behind walls are not always obvious. If the affected area is less than ten feet square, you may try cleaning it yourself. However, it is safer to let professionals address mold using IICRC-certified removal and remediation techniques.

Signs of mold on drywall

• Soft drywall
• Musty smell
• Discoloration

Your walls' appearance may significantly change if there is mold growth behind them. In addition to discoloration, the walls may deteriorate. Paint or wallpaper cracks, peels, or bubbles because of moisture and mold growth. Additionally, the walls may become warped, bow, or even bulge when a moisture issue results in mold growth.

Tips and techniques for cleaning mold 

Cleaning mold from drywall may not be the best option because if it gets too wet, it might be ruined. Often, it is easier to cut out the affected portion and replace it. Before reinstalling new panels, SERVPRO technicians have to clean the inside. Brushing the mold off using a wire brush helps remove as many colonies as possible without getting the wall wet. Technicians also use other techniques such as dry ice blasting.

Cleaning moldy surfaces does not mean you are free of the issue in the future. It is important to address the cause of the mold, such as water damage, poor ventilation, and excessive condensation.

Mold remediation services include

• Containing the mold
• Conducting necessary repairs and replacements
• Treatment to prevent a re-infestation

SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton helps you identify and manage your mold damage issue "Like it never even happened." Call us at (813) 624-2001 to get the remediation services you need to restore your home.

Skip DIY – Seek Expert Water Damage Repair in Apollo Beach

7/21/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO removes water and dries your damaged home in Apollo Beach with advanced equipment.

Call SERVPRO for Apollo Beach Water Cleanup and Damage Repair

Being handy around your Apollo Beach home and handling water removal are two different things. Even if you are good with home improvement projects and repair, it is better to leave water mitigation and moisture detection to the professionals. SERVPRO is highly trained and equipped to handle any water damage issue for homes and businesses in the area. With one phone call, you will have our Green Fleet at your door with IICRC-certified water restoration technicians (WRT) to make it “Like it never even happened.”

We never cut corners when handling water damage in Apollo Beach, as we want you to have your residence or business back to normal again. There are multiple factors to consider when handling all drying and repairs so that you have results and no worries of hidden secondary damage. Our crew uses personal protective equipment (PPE) and industrial equipment for safety for each project. We are there to handle all your water damage repair needs, including:

• Structural Issues – Once damage occurs, the structural integrity of flooring, walls, and ceilings becomes compromised. Proceeding with drying without proper dehumidification also opens the door for trapped moisture. We use the latest industry tools for drying, dehumidification, and moisture detection to achieve our goals.
• Water Contamination – Even with category one events with clean water, there is still the chance the water becomes contaminated after coming into contact with chemicals or other elements. Our skilled technicians know how to address each situation, whether you have interior or exterior flooding to deal with.
• Controlled Demolition – Reconstruction with controlled demolition gets every facet of damage back to pre-water loss condition. Such a process involves trusted, highly skilled area contractors for steps like hardwood flooring repair, new drywall or carpet, and anything else your property requires.

Call us at SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton, whenever you require help. You can request assistance online or dial (813) 624-2001, and we can dispatch a crew to your door.

Apollo Beach Storms Call for Efficient Flood Damage Cleanup

7/21/2022 (Permalink)

Seamless stormwater removal, drying, and restoration from SERVPRO--We love to help our Apollo Beach neighbors

Call SERVPRO for Apollo Beach Storm Flood Cleanup and Damage

The weather in Florida involves many rainy days, some including a quick downfall that is over before you know it. However, there are times when Apollo Beach residents encounter heavy storm flooding and damage that must get addressed as soon as possible. High winds and a deluge of water can spell disaster that calls for professional restoration. SERVPRO is available around the clock with crews ready to arrive at your door for assessment and cleanup. Simply reach out to the SERVPRO customer care team, and we can initiate services within hours.

Storm cleanup and flood damage repair in Apollo Beach

Regardless of the disaster or scope of the project, we have a storm response team comprised of IICRC-certified technicians at-the-ready seven days a week. Area residents and commercial property owners can count on SERVPRO for assistance with:

• Emergency services to handle water removal and repair
• Tarping and board-up services to secure your property
• Handling a leaking roof from storms
• Repair broken windows from storm debris and heavy winds
• Addressing contaminated floodwater

With each water restoration project, we perform a thorough assessment to understand the layout and composition of your home. The inspection allows our team to determine areas where moisture migrated, even tough-to-reach spaces. Where conventional drying equipment might not reach, SERVPRO’s Green Fleet comes stocked with Injectidry technology and various tools that allow us to dry even the most challenging spaces thoroughly. Depending on the storm fallout, we also bring portable generators for power if yours has gotten temporarily knocked out.

Controlled demolition gets performed using the help of local contractors and vendors to make your property “Like it never even happened,” using:

• Removal of the saturated ceiling and wall insulation, moisture-laden drywall, and unsalvageable flooring, subfloor, and carpeting.
• Repair work to your structural elements, roofing, and interior building materials, as needed.

No flood damage project is too much for the skilled crew at SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton. Contact us anytime by dialing (813) 624-2001.

Pro Fire Damage Tools Matter with Gibson Restoration

7/21/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO says to check your Gibsonton home's fire and smoke alarms semi-annually. Call us for fire and smoke damage cleanup and restoration.

SERVPRO’s Fire Damage Efforts Get Results in Gibson

Right from the start, any fire within your residence or commercial space creates a potentially dangerous situation. The longer fire burns, the more hazardous and destructive it becomes. Additionally, extinguishing the blaze can be just as damaging and leaves your property with water or chemicals that must get removed. Gibson property owners can trust SERVPRO to arrive fast with proven methods and the latest equipment to generate quality results. We always make it “Like it never even happened.”

Once you call us for fire damage in Gibsonton, you can rest assured that you have skilled technicians on your side. All of our crew is fully IICRC-certified to handle water removal services, house fire cleanup, and odor control to bring everything back to pre-fire condition. We also work in the safest, most effective manner possible to save time and money along the way.

Our Green Fleet is always fully stocked

Those signature bright-green vehicles that you may have noticed? They always come loaded with advanced tools and equipment for restoring fire-damaged homes. Some of the types of equipment we bring with us include:

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Safety is essential with all restorations. Our crew wears PPE - coveralls, head protection, safety goggles, respirators, and more.
• Vacuums and pumps – We handle smoke remediation and soot with shop vacs and water-capable vacuums to lift moisture from hardwood floors, carpeting, and other surfaces.
• Moisture removal and air purification – Our equipment also includes negative air machines, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and air movers to help address moisture and particulates in the air.
• Deodorizing and sanitizing – Pungent smoke odors are no match for ozone generators, hydroxyl machines, and thermal foggers. Our odor control technicians (OCT) know what methods and agents to select to help clean, sanitize and deodorize all surfaces.

Small house fires or large commercial blazes are no match for our restoration team at SERVPRO of Apollo Beach West, Gibsonton. Call us at (813) 624-2001 or request help online anytime.