Mold Remediation in New London

Professional home mold removal and control services

ServiceMaster Restoration by New London is your local professional source for disaster restoration and home repairs, including mold removal and water damage of all types.

Mold damage in a home can be especially difficult to remove permanently.

Without a trained and fully certified technician performing the work, the mold may not be completely removed, or it may simply grow back in a few months.

Mold has been found to damage personal property, and also to seriously affect the health of many residents within a household -- especially those with asthma or allergies.

According to the Journal Of Property Management, a single square inch of drywall can contain between one and 10 million mold spores. It only takes three to five of those spores to cause a reaction in a sensitive individual.

Mold Removal Facts

1. Mold Grows Quickly: Mold needs only moisture, temperatures above 40 °F (4 °C), and organic material to survive. Mold can grow in 24-48 hours, preferring areas with no sunlight, limited airflow, and little disruption.
2. Mold Destroys Your Home: Professional Builder Magazine warns that mold will dramatically lower the value of your home. A home worth $250,000 can easily have $100,000 in mold problems and will be difficult to sell at any price. Additionally, mold can lead to serious structural damage to your home. Learn more about how mold affects home value. According to Pest Control Technology Magazine, many states require contractors to look for mold while conducting a termite inspection, since mold can destroy wood the same way that bugs do.
3. Cleaning Visible Mold is Not Enough: Mold can grow in fiberglass insulation, on top of ceiling tiles, inside ducts, behind drywall panels, in wall cavities, and behind wallpaper. Even when it's visible, it's often impossible (even for an expert) to tell the difference between mold, soot, and dirt without testing. The mold you can see is just the beginning, and some of it is extremely hard to find!
4. Bleach & Detergent Will Not Eliminate Mold: Bleach and detergent are useful for removing mold on nonporous surfaces. However, materials such as ceiling tiles, carpeting, and wallboard will have deep mold penetration and may need to be replaced. Removed mold will regrow if all sources of moisture and humidity are not eliminated.
5. Mold Cleaning is Hazardous: It only takes 3-5 mold spores to cause an allergic reaction, and some molds contain mycotoxins that are carcinogenic or deadly. Vibrations and movement will cause mold to release their spores; it's easy to accidentally knock hundreds of thousands of spores loose from a single patch of mold! And that's just a drop in the bucket: According to EHS. Today, recent research has shown that up to one billion mold spores can be found in just one square foot of drywall!
6. Mold Removal Requires Professional Equipment and Training: Mold removal experts have a variety of state-of-the-art equipment that they use to identify sources of moisture, to dry out wall cavities, and to safely remove mold that is growing in your home. Samples of mold may be analyzed in a laboratory to identify potentially toxic strains, and special cleaning agents may be used to restore the property. While some contractors are jumping on the "mold is gold" bandwagon, it's important to find the established, trained, and equipped contractors that are committed to the industry for the long haul.

How Long Does Mold Remediation Take?

Since we typically recommend that people vacate their home while our team removes all traces of mold, we know that it’s important to people to know how long everything will take. ServiceMaster TRS - New London completes your service as fast as possible while not missing any steps, for thorough, lasting results.

The duration of the remediation process depends on the extent of the mold growth. Other factors include:

Location of the mold (areas such as behind walls takes longer)

Materials the mold is growing on

Type of mold

Amount of damage to your home

Mold can actually cause structural damage to your home if it has been a long-term issue, and it might not be apparent until a technician actually does a thorough check.

Typically, you can expect remediation to last at least 48 hours and within a few weeks. That’s a pretty wide range, but your mold remediation specialist will notify you of the timeline as soon as possible after an initial inspection.

How Do You Test For Mold in Walls?

Some DIY ways to check for mold behind walls include:

• Using professional mold testing kits to identify any visible mold growth.
• Visually inspecting the walls, windows, floors, and ceilings for discoloration or other signs of water damage.
• Utilizing black light flashlights, moisture meters, infrared cameras, or other tools to find hidden moisture or fungal growth.

Even though these DIY testing methods are effective, there's still a chance of mold growth going unnoticed. Mold tends to grow in hidden, hard-to-spot areas. It's always best to get a mold inspection from a professional who knows where to look.

At ServiceMaster TRS - New London, our mold inspectors have access to specialized equipment that can detect smaller areas of mold growth and more accurately identify types of mold present in the home. Professionals can also help advise you on preventive measures and long-term solutions to help keep your home mold-free.

Mold Removal & Disaster Restoration Contractor You Can Trust

At ServiceMaster TRS - New London, we offer certified, professional mold removal in New London and the surrounding areas, as well as a number of other disaster restoration services.

If your home is at risk of mold due to flood or fire damage, we offer 24-hour emergency services, available every day of the year.

We can be there, on-site, within just a few hours to help you dry out your home and prevent a potential mold growth issue right away.

We pride ourselves on our dedication to customer education, service, and our adherence to available national standards and best practices.

Our experts are standing by to help you! For a free mold inspection and mold remediation quote, call us or contact us online today!

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