Attic and Crawlspace Mold Damage in Delta Homes

3/22/2019 (Permalink)

Mold in your attic can spread quickly throughout your home. If you have evidence of mold spreading, contact SERVPRO for remediation services.

SERVPRO Technicians Quickly Investigate Mold Infestation Signs in Your Home

Attic and crawlspace mold can be difficult and costly to remove because of space restrictions and the tools and effort it takes to properly complete the cleanup process. Additionally, attics and crawlspaces are highly prone to mold growth because of the ease with which moisture accumulates in these spaces, often unbeknown to the homeowner. 
 
If you notice signs of mold damage in your attic and crawlspace, you need a reliable restoration company to deal with the problem. SERVPRO has a long history of providing mold damage restoration services to Delta homeowners, and our close proximity allows us to respond quickly to local emergencies. Following IICRC guidelines, we can restore your home to pre loss conditions quickly and efficiently, "Like it never even happened." 
 
Originally, building code called for ventilation in the crawlspace to use outside air as the primary source of moisture regulation. The idea was to provide an outlet for evaporation of excess moisture. The quandary is that ventilation in some parts of the country can actually worsen a mold problem. This is because of the tendency of the air inside your crawlspace to be significantly cooler than the outside air. This becomes problematic in warmer months because warmer air is constantly moving into the ventilated crawl space. 
 
When warm moist air meets with cooler air, the former cools and releases moisture as condensation. SERVPRO can assess the source of this condensation and apply appropriate drying techniques. This constant source of moisture, combined with a steady food source (from your building materials), and humid temperatures creates the ideal environment for mold to thrive. Unfortunately, most homeowners are oblivious of the possible home and health hazards of an unfinished crawl space. 
 
At least 60 percent of the air in your crawl space flows across your home, meaning that a seemingly isolated mold problem can affect your indoor air quality. For early mold detection in the crawlspace, it is important to familiarize yourself with signs of mold damage. These include water stains or pink/green/black spots around the baseboards and deterioration of your home structure. You can also identify mold growth through bubbling wallpaper, warped saggy floors, and a persistent moldy smell. 
 
If you have a mold damage problem in your home, you can trust SERVPRO of Montrose / Telluride to remedy the situation. We are available 24/7, every day of the year to ensure that your property is back to normal within no time. Call us today at (970) 240-6970. 

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