Mold Removal, Mold Damage, Mold Remediation

In Chicago, after the great water infiltration and backups from the heavy rains, we are receiving a lot of calls still regarding nasty unclean mold damage in basements.  One of the problems that stem from this type of damage, of course, is high contaminant activity.  As many customers tried to do it themselves, there is the underlying problem of mold creeping throughout the basement eating everything porous in sight, from drywall, to wood paneling, to wood trim, to studs, joists and other porous materials.

Contaminants can run at a very high level where moisture tends to lurk anyway.  Whether beneath wall spaces, under paneling, or in the sub floor.  The most common of these are Aspergillus/Penicillium, Chaetomium, Mycelial fragments and Ascospores.  There may be others.  At any rate, the point is to get the microbes out not only quickly, but efficiently.  You don't want the unwanted critters to hang around.  They love to eat away, infect and migrate to other places in the basement and in the home in general. 

Two problematic areas of concern are the carpeting and the drywall.  Since, both are porous (permeable by water and air) they can take on heavy loads of contaminants that can sit there and fester to the point of causing the environment and the family sickness.  It is quite unfortunate when this happens.  And when it gets to this point the best thing to do immediately is to get a professional in there to remove it.  Afterwards, it is a good idea to get a proper third party air quality test done to make sure that the matter of contaminants has been dealt with and the environment is now safe to function.  A professional mold remediation and removal company is trained to accomplish this.

Many customers spend hundreds of dollars on systems that are supposed to prevent these things from happening.  One customer spent $10,000 on a system that was to flush water away from the outside of the home's foundation area.  We were there to clean up the mess and get the basement back in order as the process they installed didn't work.  Others have had waterproofing services rendered.  Only to find out it didn't really fix or help the problem.  Should you put these things in place?  That is your personal choice regarding them.  However, know that when water is rushing, overflowing and inundating a structure, it knows no boundaries.  It doesn't know and doesn't care what system(s) you've administered.  It's going to do its thing and that is to travel in a T format.  Straight across the floor and down any cracks or crevices it finds.  And after a while, it will evaporate into the air causing buckling of drywall, wood flooring, wood trim, and anything else porous it can get its grip on.

There is no fool-proof method to prevent it from happening.  But, when it does, call the professionals of The CleanUP Guys in Chicago and suburbs to get the job done right!

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If you see this on your wall, in your floor space, in the crawl space or on your furniture, you certainly have a problem.  And one that needs to be addressed immediately.  Mold is a very common thing today.  The methods for getting out of your environment are not commonplace.  It takes the approximate settings, the right temperature control, the right equipment and training to make sure that you get rid of that dreaded mold on you wall.  Professional mold removal is the best way to go.  Why bother with it returning?  Or having it not fully taken care of behind the wall or in the sub flooring?

Mold removal companies can provide this type of insight and expertise.  The fear that many customers have is "this is going to break me or eat up my bank account."  Let's analyze that thinking by breaking down the matter.  When a customer tries to do the job himself in order to "save money" or "cut corners," then ultimately he may have to pay more out of pocket because of not doing the job right the first time.  And guess what?  Now the matter is compounded.  Why?  Because it has now spread into another area of the home.  This is what happens when a careful assessment or game plan is not administered or followed.  This is absolutely necessary because every structure is different.  It comprises different sizes, shapes, airspace, airflow, ventilation, materials (porous and non-porous) and surfaces.  All of this needs to be taken into account before putting together the best game plan for your particular mold remediation services.

Can you see why there's more to just removing it from a wall or floor?  It can turn out to be a very dangerous and serious situation if it is not handled properly.  If you plan on selling your home in the future, or if you have to accommodate family members for the long term, the investment is worth getting the mold removal done right.  This is especially the case with attic mold removal.  It is one of the most sensitive of areas in the home, since so much airflow circulates through that space and can trickle downward into your home and cause breathing problems for everyone, even pets.  If this seeps into the ventilation system then it is an extremely serious problem and the whole structure content and humans inside are at risk of long-lasting problems, like asthma, bronchitis and the like.

Get it done right by a trained professional and put your worry to rest and ease.

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Business seems to be on the up-rise in the Chicago area and suburbs.  We are starting to see more calls for expert mold remediation and mold removal on every level.  Especially in the residential market is this taking place.  The money to restore properties from mold contamination and mold damage is coming from somewhere, and customers are tapping into it freely.  Just in the past 3 weeks or less we have given quite a few estimates on mold remediation for single family homes, two flat residential properties and condominium dwellings as well.  We are hoping this is a good sign that things are changing in the right direction.  If there are entrepreneurs out there spending time looking into an investment for a property that has mold spores floating around in it, and this is happening more frequently, then maybe it means an uptick in more business for the professional cleaning and restoration companies.

This year Chicago seems to have a possibility of a lot of moisture.  Particularly, with the rains coming about this time of year, it means there will be basements that flood, structures that get hit with water, and of course, it these are not handled properly then mold ensues.  We are finding properties with mold contamination in them from top (ceiling) to bottom (flooring), as properties have been long neglected for whatever reason.  Many of these are foreclosure properties that have sat for months, maybe even years exacerbating an already volatile mixture of mold damage, mold contamination, mold spores and possibly other alien contaminants floating around the place.

In this instance, a complete gut is necessary to get at the root of the problem.  Any surface removal and cleaning only is tantamount to putting a bandage on a constantly bleeding situation.  Mold is being spread vibrantly in these structures and complete removal and mold remediation is the only way to mitigate the problem.  It is best as always to call a trained and properly certified mold remediation professional to get the job done right.  It is a long term investment in not only getting the property systematically brought back to a normal functioning state, but also to assist the neighborhood overall in looking better.  Let's face it.  Unkempt, abandoned buildings are an eyesore for any neighborhood.  So, more power to you entrepreneurs for having the cash or resources to come in and restore an old looking house, a contaminated condo, or a multiple family dwelling place to a safe, clean and beautified structure.  It helps the neighborhood, it helps the economy and it also helps the professional mold remediation companies.

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In the world of the dreaded mold spore or contaminant that forms from moisture sitting too long on a porous surface, there are many remedies in the restoration industry. The idea is to pick the mold removal method that best fits your personal circumstances. Moisture intrusion below surfaces and saturating the air can cause serious structural damage to and facility, whether it be residential, commercial or industrial. The longer the moisture intrusion sits the greater the degree of the spread of contaminants.
In addition to the surrounding environment is the question of the outside element. Certainly, what goes on at the outside level obviously can affect any methodology used inside. Add to that the enclosure air quality. What is stored there? Are there poisons that if spilled or released into the air that might affect the overall mold removal and mold remediation process?
The proper containment issue needs to be addressed and should there be a removal of any items that might be contaminated to the point of loss or not. In containment, the idea is to get rid of any items that are beyond restoration. Items that might affect the proper readings for dry out, dehumidification and contaminant removal need to be addressed accordingly. Mold removal can be tricky and can easily spread into other areas and other surfaces if not contained properly. One such challenge lies in attic mold. The areas are usually highly porous with wood, sometimes not sealed, insulation exposure and a breeding ground for moisture, much-like basements.

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We find that in mold removal projects, oftentimes, there is not enough airflow or proper ventilation to keep an area dry. Mold contaminants and microbes have to feed on something to survive. They do this best in moisture ridden environments. A mold removal specialist is certified in knowing how to recognize the climate issue, get that under control while proceeding with the decontamination process. In today’s restoration world, there are so many different methods to get a job done and even with the advent of “green cleaning products” for the environmentally friendly conscious.
A professional mold removal and remediation service like The CleanUP Guys is capable of handling just this type of project.