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MOLD REMOVAL
Mold Removal In Scottsdale, AZ
When Is It Time To Worry?
Mold becomes a problem inside a home or business when there is excessive humidity or moisture for an extended period of time. The problem can originate from sudden water releases, like a broken supply line or large spill that goes untreated, or from a chronic condition, like a leaking roof or a slow plumbing leak. Even high humidity or warm, moist air condensing on cool surfaces can trigger mold problems. It’s always best to have the mold evaluated and removed by a certified professional.
Mold can grow almost anywhere in the home or business if conditions permit. If there is visible mold growth on painted wall surfaces, property owners should be concerned about what may be growing on the opposite side of the same wall. The inside of the walls of a house often differs drastically from the outside and could create a perfect environment for mold. If the wall remains wet for a prolonged period, it’s almost guaranteed that the mold growth on the back side will be worse than on the front.
Common Types of Mold in Scottsdale, AZ
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Professional restoration technicians understand the need for a quick response. Immediate remediation is key to controlling any escalating costs. The longer the remediation is delayed, the higher the cost of restoration. Certified restorers have the knowledge to test materials and apply the restoration techniques required to return the items to their pre-loss condition.
Certified professionals have the training and experience to:
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Identify moisture sources
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Evaluate mold growth (visible or suspected)
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Contain damage to the smallest area possible
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Physically remove contamination
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Dry materials to ensure that mold will not return
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Perform or recommend procedures for returning the property to a pre-loss condition
MOLD REMOVAL QUESTIONS
What is Mold?
Molds are microscopic fungi that thrive on moist or damp areas to grow. They are part of the natural environment:
Molds reproduce through spores, which are airborne and can easily enter every home through open windows and doors. They can attach to clothing, furniture or even on glass. Spores are like seeds that land on another surface. They start to grow, provided that the conditions are right. If you try to clean up molds by wiping them, you are actually spreading more spores inside your house rather than eliminating them.
There are over 400,000 species of molds and only about 100,000 species of them have been named. Of those 400,000, you can find 1,000 different species of mold in your home at any given time.
Can I Just Paint Over Mold?
Mold loves to eat paint as a snack food. Don’t expect to kill mold successfully by using paint containing a mildewcide or with a primer sold to hide water damage stains. Do not rely on Kilz etc. to kill mold. It does not kill mold, and the product is NOT an EPA-registered fungicide. Kilz is only a product to hide or camouflage defects like water damage stains prior to painting over problem areas.
Will Bleach Kill Mold?
Bleach is not an effective or lasting killer of mold growth and mold spores on any materials such as wood timbers, drywall, plasterboard, particleboard, plywood, plywood substitutes, ceiling tiles, and carpeting/padding.
Can I Just "Air Out" Mold?
Mold is airborne and will spread quickly once air movement is introduced to it..
What is the difference between mold removal and mold remediation?
Mold removal refers to the physical elimination of mold, whereas remediation involves treatment and prevention of future mold growth. At Sunshine Restoration, we specialize in both areas.
What is the cost for mold removal service?
The cost varies based on the severity and scope of the mold infestation. We provide a complimentary visual inspection and will recommend a 3rd party for further mold testing if desired. Reach out to us for more information.
7 Step Mold Removal Process
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PRETEST - We recommend third-party independent mold testing to obtain an accurate picture of the current air quality and level of contamination.
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CONTAINMENT - Prior to removing any materials, Negative Air containment is necessary to prevent mold from spreading to unaffected areas of your home. The plastic containment is placed on negative air pressure using large mechanical air scrubbers that clean the air inside the containment, protect our employees, and prevent cross-contamination.
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REMOVAL OF AFFECTED MATERIALS - Using personal protective equipment, our staff will remove damaged material and go at least two feet beyond what is visibly damaged.
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GENERAL CLEANING - From There, we must go through at least three cleaning steps to ensure we can pass 3rd party mold clearance testing. If there are any elevated mold levels, visible dirt, or staining, we will fail the 3rd party inspection and require additional cleaning. This ensures you and your family can rest assured that the work was done correctly.
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DETAILED CLEANING
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FINAL CLEANING
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POST CLEARANCE.
How Can Sunshine Restoration Help?
Not all mold is dangerous, but it can be. If you suspect or have discovered mold in your home or business, you need to contact a professional mold removal team to safely find the source of the mold problem, eradicate the mold permanently, and restore any damaged areas. Sunshine Restoration is a full-service mold remediation company that does just that! We work closely with our clients to make sure the very cause of the mold issue is taken care of so that mold does not return.
Mold can be found in any area of a home or business but is most often found in:
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Bathrooms
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Basements
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Attics
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Crawl Spaces
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Window Sills
If you have discovered surface mold, there is most likely a bigger mold problem under the surface. It is difficult to determine the extent of the mold issue unless you have an experienced professional evaluate the property. Contact us today!
Read What Scottsdale Customers Say
About Our Mold Removal Process
Sarah
We had a great experience with Sunshine Restoration! When we discovered mold on Superbowl Sunday I called and spoke with an operator who quickly connected me to the technician on call. I was reassured that the mold was contained (we had covered it, etc) and they would be at our home the next day.
For our mold remediation, Patrick and Jeremy did a great job!
After that stage was completed we hired Juan and Jude to complete the wall repair/restoration.
We'll definitely use Sunshine Restoration for any future needs! Thank you!
Chaz Davis
Incredible water and mold damage restoration company. I was amazed with the level of care and interest Sunshine had in my home as if it was there own! We felt that we had found mold in the wall between our garage and our bedroom.
In just a few days the Sunshine Restoration team came out and inspected for mold and immediately went to work on the mold removal process.
It was such a relief to know that the mold had been properly removed from our house and we didn't have to worry about the effects of mold on our health. Thank you Sunshine Restoration!
Brenda Clark
This was the first time I have dealt with mold.
Sunshine was great to work with. They were patient and cooperated with the tenants living in the house.
I hope I never have a mold problem again, but if I do I will call Sunshine Restoration.