Woodbury, NY Mold Damage Remediation

Seeing as how the Woodbury area is more rural than developed into a cityscape, it is easy to see how natural bodies of water through Stillwell Woods Park and the proximity to the North Shore of Long Island play a part in higher humidity. The teetering between a humid subtropic and a humid continental climate creates conditions that can welcome microbial threats and organisms to colonize on organic matter in a house. Without adequate ventilation and regulation of moisture content, all area homes are susceptible.

How Can Active Colonization Get Removed? 

Our SERVPRO professionals understand the urgency when specific structures become mold-damaged and threaten hundreds of people simultaneously. Between facilities for the North Shore Health Systems and rehabilitation facilities like White Oaks, remediation must be deliberate and timely. Depending on the condition of hosting materials, several approaches are possible for removing active colonization, including sanding, soda blasting, and aggressive surface cleaning. Controlled demolition is also possible with our general contracting license. 

Is It Possible to Remove Harsh, Musty Odors? 

Odor removal is a vital service for mold damage restoration and mitigation in residences. Active colonies emit musty odors that can overtake the room and porous materials nearby. Several direct deodorization tools can help alleviate these effects after using counteracting cleansers and odor-absorbing granules. Some of these tools include: 

  • Foggers
  • Hydroxyl machines
  • Ozone generators

Check out more information about our mold remediation services here. 

SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (516) 733-1800

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

We are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Hicksville / Plainview is locally owned and operated, so we’re already nearby and ready to help Woodbury residents and business owners with any size mold contamination.

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Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We are trained mold damage specialists who get started quickly to get your home or business back to normal, with specific training and certifications to handle your restoration needs. 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 - (516) 733-1800

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

Our professionals use various containment procedures to prevent the spread of mold. We may use advanced containment procedures like negative air chambers to isolate the contaminated area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep the mold spores from spreading during the cleanup process. All fans and heating and cooling systems will be turned off 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

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold, using a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re 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 Woodbury, NY 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 Hicksville / Plainview we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Woodbury, NY. 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 (516) 733-1800 and we will be on our way to help.