Falcon Heights, MN Mold Damage Remediation

The motto of Falcon Heights is ‘Families, Fields and Fair,’ showcasing our rural roots and many of the things that we are known for, including the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and the Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life. Preserving these landmarks and properties has the same weight with our SERVPRO team as the thousands of single-family homes in the city. With situations like groundwater penetration and storm damages, the likelihood of secondary effects like mold growth becomes considerable. We have efficient remediation strategies to resolve these circumstances.

Mold Inspection and Testing for Falcon Heights 

The presence of mold might not always be apparent when you have low traffic areas of your property that can experience the worst of moisture and dampness concerns. Without regular inspection of places like a crawlspace, basement, or attic, moist conditions can go unchecked and worsen steadily. If you suspect that mold exists, we have environmental testing that can get conducted where air samples are taken and evaluated for concentrations of mold spores. The results can indicate the likelihood of colonies existing.

Mold Remediation Strategies in Falcon Heights Homes 

Remediation focuses most on the removal of active colonization, and this can happen through multiple approaches. Depending on the severity of the situation and the affected hosting materials, specific techniques are more effective than others. Often, remediation involves a combination of:

  • Surface sanding
  • Antimicrobial agitative cleaning
  • Dry ice/media blasting
  • Controlled demolition

For more on our mold remediation services, check out the main page.  

SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (612) 421-2040

Understanding Mold

Microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, outdoors and indoors, making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold facts:

  • Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors.
  • Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air, and may enter your home through windows, doors, or AC/heating systems or even hitch a ride indoors on your clothing or on a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens, irritants, and toxins. 
  • Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return. 
  • Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas.
  • Even higher-than-normal indoor humidity can support mold growth. Keep indoor humidity below 45 percent.

Faster to Any Size Fire Disaster

A minor mold problem can quickly become a major infestation if left untreated. We can start the remediation process immediately after you contact us. A faster response lessens the mold damage, limits additional damage, and reduces the remediation cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

We are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis is locally owned and operated, so we’re already nearby and ready to help Falcon Heights residents and business owners with any size mold contamination.

We proudly serve St Anthony, MN, Falcon Heights, MN, Lauderdale, MN, and surrounding areas.

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We specialize in water and mold damage restoration, with advance training in restoration techniques and the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.  Learn about our water damage training and certificates.

The Mold Remediation Process

Every mold damage scenario is different and requires a unique solution, but the general mold remediation process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our “typical” process:

Step 1: Emergency Contact - (612) 421-2040

We’re available 24 hours, 7 days a week to answer your phone call. Our consultant will guide you through this process, asking questions that will allow us to better understand your situation and to determine the needed equipment and personnel.

Step 2: Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We carefully inspect your property for visible signs of mold. Mold feeds on cellulose and water and can be hidden from plain view. We use various technologies to detect mold and hidden water sources.

Step 3: Mold Containment

Our professionals use various containment procedures to prevent the spread of mold. We may use advanced containment procedures like negative air chambers to isolate the contaminated area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep the mold spores from spreading during the cleanup process. All fans and heating and cooling systems will be turned off to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

Our specialized filtration equipment allows our professionals to capture microscopic mold spores out of the air. We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process. 

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold, using a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re also trained to remove odors and provide deodorization using fogging equipment.

Step 7: Restoration

During the remediation process, it’s often necessary to remove porous building materials like subfloors, drywall, and carpet. The restoration step returns your Falcon Heights, MN home or business back to normal. Depending on the severity of mold damage, the restoration step may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, or it may involve a substantial reconstruction project.

SERVPRO knows Mold

Here at SERVPRO of Northeast Minneapolis we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Falcon Heights, MN. Encountering mold can be worrisome for any homeowner, but SERVPRO is here to put your mind at ease. We have the right tools and trained professionals to get the job done right. Give us a call at (612) 421-2040 and we will be on our way to help.