What to do with Mold in your home before help arrives

2/17/2016 (Permalink)

Homeowner in Bloomfield found Mold in his basement on the paneling.

In as little as 48 hours, mold can quickly become a problem in your home or business when there’s a water intrusion, like a roof leak or leaking water line. Mold can cause health effects and can also cause significant damage to your property.  SERVPRO of Rochester has the training, protective gear, and specialized equipment necessary to handle your mold problem.

If you have a mold problem in your home or business, consider the following facts:

• Significant mold growth can occur in 48-72 hours.
• Mold may present a greater risk to children, the elderly, and anyone with respiratory problems.
• A strong, musty odor may indicate hidden mold behind drywall or under carpeting.

What to Do:

• Stay out of affected areas.
• Turn off the HVAC system and fans.
• Contact SERVPRO of Rochester 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.

If you have any questions about Mold, do not hesitate to SERVPRO of Rochester directly at (248) 608-2667 

If you suspect that your home or business has a mold problem, SERVPRO of Rochester has the training, equipment, and expertise to handle the situation.

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• Rochester Hills
• Orion Township
• Oakland Township
• Rochester
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