Bellmore, NY Mold Damage Remediation

With the position on the South Shore of Long Island, the community of Bellmore is surrounded by water. With so many groundwater concerns for subterranean levels of houses in the town and even many of the hotels along Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road, it is not a far stretch that many of these same properties contend with mold growth. If you suspect that mold colonies exist, their presence could cause health effects for those exposed. You should address these concerns right away with professional mold remediators like our SERVPRO of Bellmore / Wantagh team. 

How Can You Get Rid of Mold That Already Exists?

Effective remediation strategies vary based on the damage that exists to hosting materials and these colonies' position. If cost-effective, as it might be for properties like Bellmore Merrick Medical and John F. Kennedy High School, controlled demolition can discard impacted materials and make a recovery focused on reconstruction. Other remediation approaches focus on surface treatments like abrasive cleaning and antimicrobial products. These strategies might be ideal for many of the single-family Nassau County homes. 

Can SERVPRO Handle Remediation Reconstruction?

With mold reconstruction professionals on our roster, we can do more than controlled demolition. When early remediation completes, these building trade professionals can reconstruct and replace discarded materials. This fast transition can help venues like Vamps Club and long-standing institutions like the Bellmore Memorial Library get back up and running quickly. 

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SERVPRO of Bellmore / Wantagh

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (516) 809-9600

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 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 Bellmore / Wantagh is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Bellmore 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 2280, 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

As water and mold damage specialists, we have the experience, the expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property restored quickly and thoroughly. 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) 809-9600

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

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

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

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 Bellmore, 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

In Bellmore, NY, SERVPRO of Bellmore / Wantagh is ready to tackle and resolve any mold issues that arise. SERVPRO professionals understand the anxiety that can happen when a homeowner uncovers mold. Let us help put your worries to rest. Our knowledgeable crew is ready with the gear needed to tackle any mold job. Reach us at (516) 809-9600 - We’re ready to activate our team to remediate your mold.