Tupelo MS Water Cleanup - Avoid Creating Mold Infestations In Your Home

3/19/2021 (Permalink)

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1. Call SERVPRO to avoid water damage leading to mold growth.

Many consumers unintentionally create the right conditions that foster mold infestations. It begins with a water leak somewhere or perhaps an overflowing sink. Water spreads across the floor, into other rooms, soaking carpets and under padding. The leak is repaired, and the visible water is mopped up, and the flooring is allowed to dry naturally. These consumers may have created the perfect conditions for mold growth.

SERVPRO receives calls from consumers all of the time about water cleanup in Lee county. A mold infestation has appeared, there is a musty smell in the area, and family members are experiencing health effects. We can help manage the initial water event, clean up the water, and dry all areas affected to avoid future mold infestations.

2. Stop the Leak and Remove the Water

SERVPRO recommends that consumers manage the leak first and foremost. Turn the tap off, or shut off the main water supply, and make repairs if there is a water leak. Then call SERVPRO for help! SERVPRO 

can respond in less than 4 hours, we are available on a 24/7 basis. To start, begin mopping up as much of the water as possible. This limits the overall damage and controls the area that may become soaked with water.

3. Extracting the Moisture

SERVPRO has the equipment to remove every last drop of water and dry your floors, including hardwood, subfloors, and carpeting. We use a weighted water extractor to squeeze every last drop of moisture from the carpet and underpad. Hand-operated vacuums remove water from hard surfaces such as hardwood, linoleum floors, and tile.

4. Air Movers and Dehumidifiers 

We also want to avoid any opportunity for mold growth. We use desiccant air dryers to remove moisture from hard surfaces such as hardwood floors. Carpets are sometimes lifted to expose the underpad and subfloors. Air movers are used for blowing air into these areas to absorb moisture, and dehumidifiers are used to remove humidity from the air. SERVPRO ensures that there is no moisture left to support the growth of mold.