Mold Removal Service Alexandria In most cases mold is harmless, yet it still is very common in Alexandria and surrounding areas. This organism thrives on organic material, oxygen, and water. Yet not everyone has had experience with mold. When moisture in mold accumulates over time, it can become an issue. There are various sources which can cause this. A tiny hole in your siding, roof or foundation, a leaky pipe, or even untreated water damage. Due to the types of building materials used, all mold issues may start out small, but grow exponentially on your property. These types of materials invite tiny spore: wood; gypsum board; and sheetrock. The perfect environment is then created with the introduction of water, for spores to colonize and grow. Often times, mold can be very difficult to detect. Don’t wait too late to realize that you may have a problem with mold, and the sooner you catch signs, the better it can be dealt with. You may need to call us when you start to detect a musky odor, or see spore growth along the walls. Please do give us a call any time, especially at the first sign or detection of any type of moisture leak on your property. Margaaa Restoration, since 1999, has been handling mold remediation projects. We are certified by the IICRC, so when you do call us, rest assured our technicians will correctly and quickly remediate, contain and clean your property! There are lots of different reasons mold can form: a very wet spring; a leaking pipe; a dark damp environment; or a long snowy winter. The real problem exist when spores begin colonizing, making mold a very common problem. You may think you have every area on your property dry, but our clients often don’t check every area of their home for moisture, and do not notice mold growth. Below is a list of the top reasons you can find mold on your property, and the common mistakes many of our clients make: Improper Ventilation As we mentioned previously, mold loves moisture. Don’t provide a space for mold to grow when your home isn’t properly ventilated, say when appliances in the kitchen or bathroom aren’t ventilated properly. Remember how mold loves dark and damp, well some ventilation lines present can be released into an attic or crawlspace where mold loves to grow. Leaky Pipes No one is expected to check their bathroom and kitchen pipes every week, however one of the big troublemakers in mold formation are leaky pipes, and can continue leaking and going unnoticed for long periods of time. There are many different checks that can be done to keep things under control: having a plumber or other professional do maintenance checks is a good place to start; keeping track of your water bill for any spikes or usage difference over a period of time. Secondary Damage You may try to restore your property yourself to save a few bucks or even use cheap labor when a flood, big rain or other water even comes through your home. Don’t risk your health by allowing pesky spores to cling to moisture which could lead to big problems down the road if you do the work incorrectly, and it never gets the chance to dry completely. Secondary damage, when something is improperly corrected, can only be prevented by the techniques that are used by professional mitigation companies. Mold is more likely to colonize and spread when secondary damage from water loss is not addressed properly. As is suspected, prevention is the cheapest way to repair any type of mold situation. If anything is a possible source for damp and dark conditions in your home that could lead to mold, give Margaaa Restoration services a call to see how we can put preventative measures into place. SELECT THE PROS! MARGAAA RESTORATION SERVICES Mold can be troublesome and when not handled properly, a hazard to the health and safety of your property. At Margaaa Restoration Services, we have been servicing the Lorton, Springfield, Alexandria in VA, DC Metro area and Toronto, CA surrounding areas since 1999. We have worked on many different types of jobs, and have the experience you need to get the job done right the first time! Certified by the IICRC, we are dedicated to being your one-stop solution for any restoration and cleaning needs. Especially if you experience mold remediation on your property, we have invested in the right tools, equipment and manpower to get the job done! Need junk hauling services? Our experts can deal with any issue properly! Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week, we are available to take your call!