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Mold Remediation Limits Long-Term Issues in Clearwater Properties

9/24/2024 (Permalink)

Moisture in a wall can lead to ugly mold damage as illustrated in this Clearwater house. SERVPRO makes it appear "Like it never even happened."

Essential Mold Removal Procedures for Clearwater Homes

Mold contamination is a serious issue that causes structural weakness, diminishes comfort levels, and may decrease property value. Maintaining a mold-free property is the ideal way to avoid these problems. Indeed, many well-preserved Craftsman Bungalows from the early 20th century dot the Cleveland Street District and Harbor Oaks Neighborhood despite The National Weather Service figures indicating annual humidity averages 70% to 90%, which would favor mold proliferation. When mold develops, immediate mold remediation limits its impact on the property.

The mold remediation process Clearwater properties require depends on the contamination stage, the trigger, and the property size. From past remediations done by SERVPRO®, larger properties require more time, labor, and materials to facilitate full restoration. Terraces at Clearwater Beach, Pierce 100 Condominium, Lakeside Crossing Condominium, or institutions like Clearwater High School and Plumb Elementary School are typical large properties requiring extensive work. Severe contamination puts a similar strain on resources, even in small properties.

Long-term issues that mold remediation addresses

  • Structure weakening
  • Stubborn odors
  • Future remediation costs

Mold proliferates by consuming organic cellulose in wood framing and paneling. Over time, decay sets in, devastating the materials and weakening the structure. Such degradation can also affect newly constructed properties like Azure on Island Way, Clearwater Beach on Gulfview Boulevard, and CW Resort and Marina Condo on E Shore Drive. SERVPRO uses different approaches to prevent mold from spreading and repair the affected areas.

Effective mold remediation steps

  • Thorough assessment and inspection
  • Establishing containment
  • Removing heavily contaminated materials
  • Air filtration and deodorization

How We Assess Mold Damage Proliferation

Our SERVPRO technicians check for factors that favor mold development, such as moisture retention. We use penetrative moisture meters and thermal imaging to trace hidden moisture pockets. We can also drill exploratory holes in areas such as ceilings, revealing moldy insulation or other structural components. We also check surfaces for dark spots, brown discoloration, and masses of mold colonies. In properties with vast open spaces, such as Publix Super Market at Beckett Lake Plaza, a team of several technicians is handy for a thorough evaluation.

SERVPRO of Clearwater South / Clearwater Beach offers comprehensive mold remediation, resolving contamination “Like it never even happened.”

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