Mold or water damage in your home can be overwhelming. If you have questions, we have answers. Here are a few FAQ to help you understand our mold mitigation and damage repair services.


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Mold Mitigation FAQs

  • What is mold mitigation?

    Mold mitigation, or remediation, is the process of fully removing mold from your home and preventing it from coming back. This includes long-term strategies to keep the area free of moisture.

  • Is mold dangerous?

    Mold spores in the air can be harmful to your health. The best way to keep mold spores out of the air is to prevent mold from growing in your home.

  • Is just killing the mold enough?

    Mold is a living bacteria, but you can’t just “kill” it with sprays or bleach. The only way to truly get rid of mold in your home is to remove all impacted areas and eliminate the cause of the mold growth.

  • Does mold only grow in damp climates?

    Mold thrives in moist environments. However, even homes in arid climates can succumb to mold damage, especially in poorly ventilated rooms.

  • When should I call a mold remover?

    Contact a mold specialist as soon as you notice mold growth on your walls, floor, or furniture. Visible mold is often just the tip of the iceberg — the growth may be much more extensive than what you can see.

Water Damage FAQs

  • What are the different types of water damage?

    The IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) breaks down water damage into these 4 classes:

    • Class 1: minor water intrusion that impacts a part of a room and has minimal absorption. 
    • Class 2: larger areas impacted, some absorption into the flooring and walls.
    • Class 3: water saturation in multiple areas of floor, ceilings, walls, and insulation. 
    • Class 4: full saturation that requires professional extraction and drying. 

  • What are the types of water that can damage a home?

    Standing or flooding water in your home can be classified into these categories:

    • Clean water: sanitary water that may come from a leak or burst pipe.
    • Black water: unsanitary water or sewage that poses a risk to your health.
    • Gray water: a mix of clean and black water such as toilet overflow.
    • Storm water: excessive rain or river water that flows into your home during a storm. 

  • When should I call a water damage specialist?

    After any amount of flooding or storm damage, it’s smart to bring in a specialist. You should also call a professional if you notice leaks, sagging ceilings, or warped floorboards — these can be signs of long-term water damage.