Mold Remediation in Reno

Give us a call when you notice visible mold, a persistent musty odor, or signs that your property has a moisture problem. We evaluate the areas of concern and use tools such as moisture meters and thermal imaging to look for moisture that isn’t obvious from the surface. This can help identify affected areas behind walls, underneath flooring, around plumbing, and in other concealed locations. Mold testing and sampling may also be appropriate in certain situations to help characterize a suspected mold problem. The type and extent of testing depends on the circumstances of the property.

Mold remediation isn’t simply a matter of scrubbing the affected surface. Before removal begins, we isolate the work area using appropriate containment procedures. Poly sheeting, sealed openings, and controlled access can help keep mold spores and contaminated dust from migrating into clean areas. Where appropriate, we use negative air pressure within the containment area along with HEPA-filtered equipment. This controlled environment helps keep the remediation process focused on the affected area rather than allowing contamination to travel throughout the building.

Once containment is established, we address the actual mold contamination. HEPA air scrubbers, commercial HEPA vacuums, protective equipment, and appropriate cleaning methods are used based on the materials and conditions involved. Not every mold-damaged material needs to be thrown away. However, some porous materials can absorb moisture and mold deeply enough that cleaning them isn’t practical. Depending on the situation, this can mean removing sections of drywall, carpet, insulation, ceiling materials, or other contaminated materials and disposing of them appropriately.

Removing the mold without correcting the moisture problem is only a temporary solution. That’s why we look at what caused the conditions in the first place. It could be a hidden plumbing leak, a leaking roof, condensation, poor ventilation, foundation moisture, or water entering a crawl space. Once the source has been corrected, affected materials can be dried using commercial air movers and dehumidification equipment when necessary.

After contaminated materials have been removed and salvageable surfaces have been cleaned, appropriate antimicrobial treatments can be used on affected areas. The purpose isn’t to simply cover up the mold with a chemical. Physical removal, cleaning, drying, and moisture control remain the foundation of effective remediation. Treatment is one component of the larger process used to address the affected area and help limit the potential for regrowth.

A successful mold project may involve more than mold removal. Water and mold can damage drywall, flooring, insulation, framing, and other portions of the building. When materials cannot be salvaged, they may need to be replaced after remediation. That’s where mold damage repair becomes part of restoring the property. Our team can help address the affected areas so the property isn’t left with an open wall or damaged flooring after the remediation work is finished.