Smyrna, GA Mold Damage Remediation

When water damage strikes your Smyrna home, mold can quickly become a pervasive issue, spreading within 48-72 hours. Recognizing the potential home hazards associated with mold, it's crucial to engage professionals with the right training and experience for effective mold remediation. If you suspect mold in your Smyrna property, trust SERVPRO of Southeast Cobb to inspect, assess, and remediate the issue promptly.

Key Mold Remediation Features

  • 24-Hour Emergency Service - Our highly trained mold remediation technicians are available around the clock, ready to respond to any size mold emergency in Smyrna.
  • Faster to Any Size Disaster -Swift action is vital in containing mold growth and minimizing damage. Our rapid response reduces the risk of further complications and lowers restoration costs.
  • Local Ownership, National Resources - As a locally owned and operated business, we are an integral part of the Smyrna community. Backed by national resources, we offer unparalleled mold remediation services.

SERVPRO of Southeast Cobb: Premier Mold Remediation Experts in Smyrna, GA

Contrary to the misconception of complete mold removal, microscopic mold spores exist everywhere, making it impossible to eliminate all mold. Mold spores enter homes through various means, thriving on moisture and quickly forming colonies. Before remediation, addressing water or moisture sources is crucial to prevent mold recurrence.

Our thorough mold remediation process includes emergency contact, inspection, mold damage assessment, containment, air filtration, removal of mold and infested materials, cleaning, sanitizing, and restoration. Each step is tailored to the unique characteristics of the mold damage scenario.

SERVPRO of Southeast Cobb

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (770) 779-9373

Understanding Mold

Some restoration companies advertise “mold removal” and may even guarantee to remove all mold. This is a fallacy because it’s impossible to remove all mold from a house or business; microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. Here are the 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 Southeast Cobb is locally owned and operated, so we’re already nearby and ready to help Smyrna residents and business owners with any size mold contamination.

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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 - (770) 779-9373

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

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 Smyrna, 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

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

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 Southeast Cobb 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 Smyrna, 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 Southeast Cobb we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Smyrna, 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 (770) 779-9373 and we will be on our way to help.