Northeast St. Petersburg, FL Mold Damage Remediation

Because St. Petersburg is water-bound on several sides, its 270,000 residents often contend with conditions ideal for mold and microbial development throughout the year. From cultural centers like the Morean Arts Center and the Mahaffey Theater to condos ideal for the snowbirds that migrate to the coast during the cooler seasons, a trusted team of mold remediation specialists can help to overcome damage with mold removal strategies for: 

  • Mold remediation
  • Bathroom mold removal
  • Black mold
  • Attic mold
  • Mold specialists

How Many Mold Remediation Strategies Work in Northeast St. Petersburg Homes?

Area homes and businesses must contend with multiple mold types and locations for colonies, making it impossible to have just one kind of mold removal strategy implemented on a particular site. Our fast response to microbial threats can ensure that we provide the appropriate mold remediation method to suit the type of damage and the hosting material. Surface treatment solutions often are the most popular when structural degradation has not occurred to an irreparable state. Some of these options include power sanding and abrasive cleaning.

Does Mold Removal in Northeast St. Petersburg Homes Eliminate Odors?

The presence of strong, musty odors after the mold removal is not uncommon. Deodorization is often one of the final steps of mold remediation to provide comfortable living conditions for returning occupants of the house. Deodorization uses multiple tools, including foggers and hydroxyl generators.  

See the main service page for more on mold removal and black mold remediation.

SERVPRO of NE St. Petersburg

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (727) 522-0000

Understanding Mold

Confusion and misunderstanding surround the topic of mold and mold remediation. Some restoration businesses even make claims to remove all mold from a building. This is a fallacy. Mold spores occur naturally almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. These microscopic spores float along in the air and can enter a home or business through windows and HVAC systems. Consider these 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

SERVPRO of NE St. Petersburg is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Northeast St. Petersburg community too. When you have a water or mold damage issue, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We’re also part of a network of over 2190, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

As water and mold damage specialists, we have the experience, the expertise, and the advanced training that enables us to get your property restored quickly and thoroughly. Learn about our water and mold 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 - (727) 522-0000

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 determine the scope of the mold damage by carefully inspecting your property for visible signs of mold. Since mold can be hidden, 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

We use powerful air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, and other filtration equipment to remove microscopic mold spores out of the air. This air filtration process and our mold containment process help 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

SERVPRO of NE St. Petersburg will use a variety of cleaning techniques and products to clean your furnishings and personal belongings. Since mold infestations also cause a persistent musty odor, our professionals are 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 Northeast St. Petersburg, FL 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

In Northeast St. Petersburg, FL, SERVPRO of NE St. Petersburg is ready to tackle and resolve any mold issues that arise. SERVPRO professionals understand the anxiety that can happen when a homeowner uncovers mold. Let us help put your worries to rest. Our knowledgeable crew is ready with the gear needed to tackle any mold job. Reach us at (727) 522-0000 - We’re ready to activate our team to remediate your mold.