While you may love the soft, sultry climate in Tampa, so do several kinds of mold. The hot, humid summers provide the ideal conditions for mold to thrive.
Mold growth compromises the structural integrity of your home or business premises and poses serious health risks.
On the property side, it can be inconvenient and costly to eradicate mold and replace mold-damaged materials.
On the health side, mold can exacerbate respiratory problems and allergies and cause many other conditions, such as a weakened immune system, skin problems, fungal infections, lung conditions, cystic fibrosis, and more.
There are always some mold spores in the air we breathe, but it becomes a more serious concern in higher quantities.
Mold thrives in moist environments. This makes bathrooms, kitchens, basements, and attics particularly susceptible to infestation.
Common causes of mold growth include water leaks, plumbing issues, flooding, poor ventilation, or too much indoor humidity.
If left unchecked, mold can spread rapidly, causing damage to walls, ceilings, flooring, and other surfaces, as well as triggering health issues.
There are a few signs to look for when it comes to mold in your home or business premises. Sometimes it may be quite obvious, and other times the signs are more subtle. Keep an eye out for:
If you notice any of these signs, it’s essential to take action right away.
If mold—especially black mold—is affecting your health, you may notice a range of symptoms.
You may have a cough, congestion, irritated eyes, or skin allergies. You may also notice you have trouble remembering things, get confused easily, or that you can’t concentrate well or for long. You may even experience anxiety or depression.
Get assistance from your doctor and a mold removal specialist like Dry Out Daddy immediately if you have any of these issues.
While Tampa is predisposed to mold, there are some simple things you can do to help prevent it.
Make sure your home is well ventilated and that there are no water leaks. Using an air conditioner, especially in the summer, can go a long way. You can also use detergent solutions to clean any areas you suspect may be at risk of mold.
However, sometimes the problem is beyond do-it-yourself management. Perhaps you’ve bought a new home with an existing mold problem, experienced a roof leak or flooding after a storm, or a corner of mold has gone unnoticed for some time. That’s where Dry Out Daddy comes in.
If you haven’t managed to keep mold in your home at bay, we can help. We provide mold eradication and restoration services. We’ll assess the situation, sort out the problem, and restore your home to its former glory.
We follow five key steps to ensure effective mold restoration services in Tampa.
First, we’ll conduct a thorough inspection to identify the type of mold in your home and the extent of the damage. The best way to find out what kind of mold you have is to conduct a third-party mold test. This is done by having an independent, licensed Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC) or industrial hygienist take and examine samples from the areas where you suspect there is mold. A visual test can also be done, but it’s more accurate to take samples.
Once we know the kind of mold is present and how much damage it has done, it must be stopped from spreading further.
The affected area is sealed off using plastic sheeting, and the nearby vents and doors are closed off or covered.
Then, we create negative air pressure with specialized equipment to prevent mold-contaminated air from getting out.
If materials have been significantly affected by mold, they may need to be removed altogether. This may include your carpeting, insulation, or drywall. The materials removed will need to be disposed of properly.
We will wrap them in plastic and transport them to the designated waste-removal site.
Fortunately, a High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA)-filtered vacuum and a botanical-based cleaning solution can remove mold from some hard surfaces, such as concrete or metal.
When the affected materials are removed, it’s important to ensure no spores are left floating in the air.
We use HEPA-filtered air purifiers to remove any spores from the area. Then, the space undergoes a thorough drying process using fans and humidifiers to prevent the mold from growing back.
Once the mold has been removed, disposed of, and the space thoroughly cleaned and dried, it’s crucial to monitor the affected area.
A third-party expert will again take samples to check if mold levels are safe. This may need to be done periodically to ensure any signs of moisture and returning mold are caught early and can be dealt with properly.
You can expect the best when you call Dry Out Daddy for mold restoration services in Tampa. Our team of licensed and certified mold remediation experts provide comprehensive mold restoration services. We’ll remove mold safely and effectively, restoring your home to a healthy and livable environment.
We like to look after our clients, so when you call us, you can expect a polite response and a prompt dispatch. Our team of highly-trained technicians knows how to handle any situation and will come equipped to sort out your mold issue.
Our IICRC-certified team members have the training and experience to effectively handle your mold restoration needs. Our technicians understand the Tampa climate and how mold acts here, empowering them to overcome any mold issue you can throw at them.
While mold often isn’t covered by homeowner insurance, it will be if the mold issue is a result of a covered water damage event. We know when to file an insurance claim, how to document damage, and other essential information.
If you have a mold issue in your home or commercial property in Tampa, get in touch with us right away. We’ll respond promptly and get the mold testing and restoration underway as soon as possible, so you can return to normal life.
Give us a call at 813-922-1484 for immediate mold restoration support now!
Mold damage can look very different depending on your facility which is why we’re prepared and have developed propriety protocol for both residential facilities and commercial properties.