When Should You Call a Professional for Mold Removal?

Every homeowner wants their house to be a sanctuary to return to after a long day of work and errands. Every business owner wants their commercial property to be a welcoming space conducive to getting the job done. However, when mold is growing on the surfaces of your property, your once-loved haven turns into a place you want to avoid. Left unchecked, mold can rot your property from the inside out and cause harmful indoor pollutants that can lead to health issues and other hazards. That's why you should turn to a professional for mold removal at the first sign of a problem. 

If you're worried that your home or business may be infested with mold, we can help. Read on to learn more about the signs of mold, why you should have the mold removed immediately, the process, and how to prevent mold from forming in the future. 

Signs of Mold in Your Home or Business 

Like most people, you've noticed mold at least once, whether on your sandwich bread or in the spoiled milk you just poured on your cereal. However, mold infesting your home or business may be harder to identify. Here are some tell-tale signs that indicate your property has a mold problem: 

• Condensation around your water heater 
• Rotten, musty smells 
• Year-round allergy and asthma symptoms 
• Warped wallpaper and bubbling paint 
• Grime in the grout of your bathroom tiles 
• A previous water damage event 

If you detect any of these warning signs of mold, it's important to get rid of the problem immediately before the mold continues to grow. 

Why Should I Remove the Mold on My Property? 

Children, the elderly, people with compromised immune systems, and even pets can all be negatively impacted by mold. Without proper mold remediation, mold can spread like wildfire, especially when in contact with water. To prevent serious health problems, infections, constant headaches, sore throats, and congestion, you should have the mold removed from your property at the first sign of its presence. Keep yourself, your family, employees, customers, and tenants safe. 

Luckily, removing mold from your home or business is relatively easy. All you have to do is call us. Our proven mold remediation process will take care of the rest. 

The Mold Remediation Process 

1. Our experts stop any water leaks at the source. 
2. We implement containment barriers to stop the spread of mold. 
3. We use drying equipment to remove excess humidity and moisture. Our equipment upholds Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC®) standards and is approved by an insurance adjuster. 
4. We remove mold by cutting out and bagging all mold-infested materials, including cabinets, as approved by the adjuster and property owner. 
5. We kill mold spores by applying antimicrobial treatments. 
6. Depending on the mold infiltration and hygienist protocols, we complete additional treatments as needed. 

How You Can Prevent Mold 

With so many areas of your property where mold can thrive, stopping the problem before it starts can alleviate the need for mold removal down the line. To prevent mold from forming, follow these steps: 

• Dry the damp areas in your home or business immediately. 
• Use appropriate ventilation. 
• Improve the airflow on your property. 
• Use mold-resistant products. 
• Make sure your water drainage systems are working correctly. 
• Dehumidify your property. 

Successfully Rid Your Home or Business of Mold with the Help of WoW Total Cleaning 

As a Texas state-licensed mold removal company, we fully understand the tried-and-true methods of removing the damaging and harmful mold infesting your home or business. We adhere to all Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) mandates and refer to these regulations for all mold remediation services we complete. 

We're confident that we can help any property owner throughout Austin with mold remediation. Whether you have a small patch of mold in your bathroom or your entire basement is riddled with fungi, WoW Total Cleaning and Restoration has the necessary knowledge and equipment to make your home or business safer. Please reach out to us at the first sign of mold.