Newton Lower Falls, MA Mold Damage Remediation

The quiet menace of mold can take hold in your Newton Lower Falls home or business with just a minor water leak or excess humidity. Its rapid spread, often within a mere 48 hours, makes prompt action imperative. Mold not only poses aesthetic concerns but, more importantly, can produce allergens and irritants, potentially leading to adverse health effects. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, we offer our services to inspect, assess, and remediate mold infestations in your property.

Our professional team is equipped with specialized training, cutting-edge equipment, and extensive expertise to comprehensively address your mold concerns. Mold infestations are often elusive, thriving in hidden corners and moist environments. We understand the importance of a thorough inspection to identify and assess the extent of the issue. Once the mold problem is confirmed, our remediation process is tailored to efficiently and effectively eliminate the infestation.

Your health and the well-being of your property are our top priorities. We approach mold remediation with a commitment to not only remove the visible signs but also to address the root causes, mitigating the risk of recurrence. By engaging our services, you're not just addressing a current problem; you're investing in the long-term health and integrity of your Newton Lower Falls home or business. Don't let a seemingly small issue escalate—reach out to us for a prompt inspection and remediation of your mold concerns.

SERVPRO of Newton / Wellesley

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (617) 332-9000

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 Newton / Wellesley is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Newton Lower Falls 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.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

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 - (617) 332-9000

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 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

SERVPRO of Newton / Wellesley 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 Newton Lower Falls, MA 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

SERVPRO of Newton / Wellesley has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in Newton Lower Falls, MA. We have seen the distress homeowners experience upon finding mold at their property. SERVPRO can help calm any mold concerns. Our trained professionals have the equipment and knowledge it takes to properly remediate mold. Call (617) 332-9000 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.