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Archived Mold Remediation Blog Posts

Rainstorm Causes Mold Outbreak in Mission Valley Home?

4/2/2024 (Permalink)

Rain and a broken seal around a door cause a mold outbreak. We are leaders in mold remediation services in San Diego.

Our local Mission Valley East team is trained and certified to restore mold damage. A broken seal around a doorframe can permit water infiltration into a home, leading to mold outbreaks.

When the seal is compromised, it fails to effectively block moisture from entering the interior. During rainy weather or if water accumulates near the door, it can seep through the gap, primarily if an overhang or awning does not adequately protect the door. Once inside, moisture accumulates in the surrounding area, creating a damp environment conducive to mold growth.

The moisture infiltrates porous surfaces such as drywall, wood, or carpeting without intervention. Mold spores are always in the Earth's atmosphere, waiting for the perfect warm and moist conditions to colonize. When the optimum conditions are present, mold can become visible within 48 to 72 hours.

Mold outbreaks can be discouraged by promptly addressing any broken seals around a doorframe or window. These repairs are crucial to preventing water intrusion and mitigating mold growth.

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When your Mission Valley home or commercial business has mold damage, our local Mission Valley East team will restore the damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 619-303-3599.

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Leaking Shower Pan Causes Mold Outbreak in Serra Mesa Home?

5/2/2023 (Permalink)

A person taking a shower has no idea their shower pan has a leak. We mitigate and restore mold damage in San Diego homes and businesses.

Our local Mission Valley East team has been remediating water-related mold damage for many years in Serra Mesa. According to a study done by the Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety (IBHS), over half of the shower stall water damage incidents were related to a faulty shower pan. So, if you have a faulty shower pan, you may have hidden water and mold damage. Here are some loss prevention and maintenance tips for showers from the IBHS:

Inspect tile and grout every six months, paying attention to loose or cracked tiles or cracked and crumbling grout lines. Repair as needed.

Test the shower pan annually by:

  1. Blocking the drain
  2. Fill the shower stall with about one inch of water
  3. Use a pencil to mark the waterline
  4. Leave the water standing in the shower pan for 8 hours
  5. If the water level decreases, contact a plumbing professional

Mold Remediation Process

  1. Emergency Contact – 619-303-3599
  2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
  3. Mold Containment
  4. Air Filtration
  5. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
  6. Cleaning Contents and Belongings
  7. Restoration

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When your Serra Mesa home or commercial business has mold damage, our local team in Mission Valley East is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore the damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 619-303-3599.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Oh no! What if I Have a Mold Outbreak in my Linda Vista Home?

4/18/2023 (Permalink)

A person discovers a mold outbreak in their home. We are leaders in mold removal services in San Diego.

With all the rain we’ve had in San Diego County recently, there have been many mold outbreaks resulting from water intrusion issues. Our local team in Mission Valley East is a trusted leader in mold mitigation and restoration services in Linda Vista. Our technicians are trained and certified to mitigate and restore mold outbreaks by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). We have the advanced training, specialized equipment, and experience to restore mold damage quickly and efficiently.

Mold infestations cause more than damage to the surface where it is visible, they will also contaminate furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and more. We deep clean and deodorize all of your household contents exposed to mold and use fogging equipment to remove odors.

Sometimes the damage is so extensive that rebuilding services are required to complete the restoration. We can make minor and major repairs to restore your property to pre-mold conditions.

Mold remediation process

  1. Emergency Contact - (619) 303-3599
  2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
  3. Mold Containment
  4. Air Filtration
  5. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
  6. Cleaning Contents and Belongings
  7. Restoration

Call Us Today!

When your Linda Vista home or commercial experiences a mold outbreak of any size, our local team in Mission Valley East is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore your mold damage “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 619-303-3599.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Comprehensive Mold Removal Process in Tierrasanta?

3/14/2023 (Permalink)

Microscopic mold spores grow in a Petrie dish. We are leaders in mold remediation services in San Diego.

Our local team in Mission Valley East is team is trained and certified to remediate mold outbreaks in homes and commercial businesses in Tierrasanta. Here is the process we follow:

  1. Emergency Contact
  2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We follow local and state laws regarding inspection and documentation based on your unique situation.

  1. Mold Containment

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.

  1. Air Filtration

We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process.

  1. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

We use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. We remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials when remediating heavy mold growth.

  1. Cleaning Contents

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, and other restorable items affected by mold. We also remove odors and deodorization using fogging equipment.

  1. Restoration

Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet, or it may require the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. 

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Our team in Mission Valley East is Here to Help ® when you need help removing a mold problem from your home or commercial business in Tierrasanta. Call us today at 619-303-3599.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Recent Heavy Rains Cause of Mold Outbreaks in Mission Valley?

2/28/2023 (Permalink)

Mold grows on a wall with water damage. We respond to water damage emergencies 24 hours a day in San Diego.

This year there have been several rain events that have brought flooding to the Mission Valley area. The rain also brought excess moisture into some homes which caused mold outbreaks. Our local team in Mission Valley East is trained and certified to mitigate and restore mold damage. We follow local and state laws regarding mold inspection and documentation based on your unique situation.

Mold Containment

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.

Air Filtration

We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while mold remediation is in process.

Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

We use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. We remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials when remediating heavy mold growth.

Cleaning Contents

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, and other restorable items affected by mold. We also remove odors and deodorization using fogging equipment.

Call Us Today!

Our team in Mission Valley East is Here to Help ® when your home or business in Mission Valley needs mold damage restoration services. Call us today at 619-303-3599.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.