The Relationship Between Water Damage & Mold in Dallas

8/13/2021 (Permalink)

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The Relation Between Water Damage and Mold

Water damage and mold in Dallas can cause substantial issues in a home and serve to be costly—in reparation and recovering other damaged items. Mold and mildew can begin growing in a home as early as 24 hours after water is allowed to collect. Removing water is essential to avoid water damage, mold, and mildew. Hiring a trained professional to handle cleanup, repair and restoration is vital to the safety of the home’s occupants and safeguarding the home’s structural integrity. However, it is wise to avoid flooding from occurring. Where there is water damage, there most likely can be mold. 

Water damage and mold in Dallas share a common cause. The damage caused by water alone does not cause mold, but water that remains on and in any surface, which causes water damage, can also cause mold. This is why where there is water damage, mold can often be found as well. Mold grows in moist and dark environments. Mold spores fly throughout the air. When they find a suitable environment to grow, they make their home there. Water seeps into all sorts of surfaces. More porous surfaces tend to receive the most amount of damage and harbor mold. In addition, water damaged areas create a more suitable environment for mold to grow because these areas can flare out, warp, and swell. It is wise to open up windows, use fans, and get natural sunlight to ventilate the home. However, for extensive water damage, a professional is needed for remediation. 

Water Removal Services

Mold grows quickly. If water is left for more than 24 hours, mold has likely begun developing. Considering that thoroughly drying surfaces takes time, it’s essential to remove the water immediately. The longer water is allowed to remain, the more damage and mold one can expect to have. In addition to the problematic nature of mold removal, mold can and often returns. A dehumidifier can help to keep the air in the home dryer. This is wise for regions that experience more humidity in the air. Proper and thorough mold removal requires the use of industrial equipment, cleaning methods, and solutions. Instance, industrial-grade dehumidifiers, and ozone generators are the best remedies for mold and water damage. 

Mold can spread throughout the home rather quickly. There are some instances where mold can remain hidden to the naked eye. In such cases, mold can continue to grow. Many people think that mold is just unsightly or dirty. However, it can cause health effects.

Because water damage and mold are related, the best way to avoid mold growth is to remove water from the premises immediately. Otherwise, it can pose a problem in the future with additional water damage and mold. Water removal is not an easy task. It takes a trained professional to identify the issue of flooding. At-home methods for water removal are insufficient and can result in further damage. Contact a professional water damage restoration company immediately in the event of flooding.

SERVPRO of Southeast Dallas County professionals provides fire and water damage restoration services. We are available 24 hours/7 days a week and are ready to restore damage to your home or commercial structure caused by water damage. Call us today at (972) 227-0800.