Stony Brook, NY Mold Damage Remediation

The Threats of Mold Development in Stony Brook Homes

With our position on Long Island and so many harbors, lakes, streams, and creeks in the region, it is no surprise that we are a humid continental climate. This classification means that homes and businesses battle a higher moisture content in the area all year round, making it challenging to avoid circumstances like mold development in poorly ventilated or damp areas. Historic structures can often be at the most considerable risks, like Zachariah Hawkins Homestead or the Stony Brook Grist Mill without as many outlets for ventilation and dehumidification. 

Mold Remediation Strategies 

When mold is discovered in Stony Brook, environmental testing is often recommended to determine the level of remediation work that must be done. This preliminary action can help ensure that Stony Brook University dorms, The Jazz Loft, and West Meadow Beach structures that can be high-traffic areas are not shut down unnecessarily. When remediation is necessary, this can often fall to several approaches ranging from abrasive cleaning with products and soda blasting to controlled demolition. 

Mold Damage Repairs 

With a team of in-house contractors, we can provide long-term options for reducing recurrences of mold colonization. Often moist areas like the basement of your home or low-traffic storage areas of the Flax Pond Marine Laboratory or the Research and Development Park can battle mold growth and persistent dampness. Installing dehumidifiers and repairing compromised portions of masonry can prevent the mold from returning in the same way. 

SERVPRO of Port Jefferson

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (631) 476-5300

Understanding Mold

Microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, outdoors and indoors, making it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Some restoration businesses advertise “mold removal” and even guarantee to remove all mold, which is a fallacy. Consider the following mold 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

We live and work in this community too; we might even be neighbors. As a locally owned and operated business, SERVPRO of Port Jefferson is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the Stony Brook community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

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Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We are trained mold damage specialists who get started quickly to get your home or business back to normal, with specific training and certifications to handle your restoration needs. 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 - (631) 476-5300

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 carefully inspect your property for visible signs of mold. Mold feeds on cellulose and water and can be hidden from plain view. We use various technologies to detect mold and hidden water sources.

Step 3: Mold Containment

To keep the mold spores from spreading further, we will use various mold containment procedures. Our professionals may use physical barriers and negative air pressure to isolate the contaminated area and to help prevent the mold spores from spreading through your Stony Brook, NY home or business. Also, we’ll turn off the property’s fans and heating and cooling systems to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

Our specialized filtration equipment allows our professionals to capture microscopic mold spores out of the air. We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process. 

Step 5: Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

Depending on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces involved, the mold remediation process can vary significantly. In general, we’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. Depending on the severity of the infestation, we may need to remove drywall, carpeting, and other porous materials.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold, using a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re 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 Stony Brook, NY 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

Here at SERVPRO of Port Jefferson we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Stony Brook, NY. Encountering mold can be worrisome for any homeowner, but SERVPRO is here to put your mind at ease. We have the right tools and trained professionals to get the job done right. Give us a call at (631) 476-5300 and we will be on our way to help.