Mold Safety Tips for North West Manhattan.

4/29/2024 (Permalink)

If you see visible mold, do not disturb it. You can inadvertently spread the mold infestation throughout your home. When mold is disturbed, the mold can release microscopic mold spores which become airborne and can circulate inside your home.

What to Do:

• Stay out of affected areas.

• Turn off the HVAC system and fans.

• Contact SERVPRO® of North West Manhattan for mold remediation services.

What Not to Do:

• Don’t touch or disturb the mold.

• Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth.

• Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself.

• Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold.

About Our Mold Remediation Services

SERVPRO of North West Manhattan specializes in mold cleanup and restoration, in fact, it’s a cornerstone of our business.  Our crews are highly trained restoration professionals that use specialized equipment and techniques to properly remediate your mold problem quickly and safely.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (212) 534-1801

Does Your North West Manhattan Home Have A Mold Problem?

6/9/2022 (Permalink)

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. 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 a pet.
• Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. 
• 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.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (212) 534-1801

Is There Mold In Your North West Manhattan Home?

11/12/2021 (Permalink)

Mold in your home can be a serious threat and can cause health effects. Stachybotrys for example, commonly known as “black mold” is a very harmful type of growth. Mold is caused by something as simple as too much moisture in the air or slow pipe leaks or floods in the event there is a storm. Many people will try and clean up themselves after the storm without the proper equipment and just in a few hours mold could start to grow. SERVPRO’s trained professionals are capable of every step along the way, from remediating the growth to reconstructing your home to look “Like it never even happened.” Please feel free to reach out to us at (212) 534-1801 and we will be happy to assist you!