West Monroe, LA Mold Damage Remediation

As one of the growing communities in Ouachita Parish, many of the homes and businesses of West Monroe are built along the Ouachita River. With already persistent humid conditions, especially in the warmer months of the year when more frequent rain storms occur, mold development can become a concern. For single-family homes or larger commercial areas like the Glenwood Regional Medical Center and West Monroe Plaza, our SERVPRO team can help.

Can Mold Remediation Happen in Different Ways for West Monroe Homes? 

Choosing the appropriate mold remediation and mitigation strategies after damages can be vital in protecting the property. In some cases, surface treatment like sanding and biocides can produce the intended resolves and eliminate colonies. Our team helps with:

  • Mold remediation
  • Black mold damage repairs
  • Attic mold removal
  • Bathroom mold removal
  • Mold inspections
  • Mold removal

Mold Remediation for Attic Mold Concerns in West Monroe

When mold is growing in the attic space of your home, swift action is necessary. We can repair damaged roofs and structural elements while sandblasting and discarding any heavily impacted hosting materials. 

Eliminating Odors Attic Mold Removal in West Monroe

Beyond producing volatile organic compounds, active colonies are known for creating overwhelming musty odors. These can often be indicators to homeowners that a problem exists. After remediation, these odors can linger and require focused deodorization ranging from foggers to HEPA air scrubbers to resolve. 

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SERVPRO of Monroe / West Monroe

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (318) 345-5121

Understanding Mold

Some restoration companies advertise “mold removal” and may even guarantee to remove all mold. This is a fallacy because it’s impossible to remove all mold from a house or business; microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. Here are the 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 live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of Monroe / West Monroe is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the West Monroe community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

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 - (318) 345-5121

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

To keep the mold spores from spreading further, we will use various mold containment procedures. Our professionals may use physical barriers and negative air pressure to isolate the contaminated area and to help prevent the mold spores from spreading through your West Monroe, LA home or business. Also, we’ll turn off the property’s fans and heating and cooling systems 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

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

SERVPRO of Monroe / West Monroe 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 West Monroe, LA 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 Monroe / West Monroe we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in West Monroe, LA. 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 (318) 345-5121 and we will be on our way to help.