New Providence, NJ Mold Damage Remediation

With our position on water bodies like the Passaic River, moisture damage and flooding are consistent threats to area homes. We can help the thousands of homes in town or cultural centers like the Saltbox Museum or New Providence Library overcome potentially harmful mold growth.

Do Mold Inspections Make Remediation More Efficient?  

The primary objective of the mold inspection process is to make remediation and content cleaning more efficient and effective. As widespread as damage can become, we lean on our competent production manager to identify pressing concerns and hazards in the house that must be addressed with our SERVPRO team's arrival.  

Is Surface Cleaning Suitable for New Providence Residential Mold Removal? 

One of the common methods of remediation, when only light damage exists, is surface cleaning with antimicrobial products and biocides. Not only can this remove superficial colonization, but these products inhibit further growth on non-damaged surfaces. Other remediation techniques include: 

  • Sanding
  • Media blasting
  • Controlled demolition

How Can Mold Remediation Help New Providence Homes?  

Remediation is beneficial to properties in several ways. Ultimately, the biggest advantage to professional mold removal is protecting the rest of the property from migrating spores and organisms. It is the fast response of our remediators that can tackle urgent concerns in a house like:

  • basement mold 
  • black mold
  • attic mold
  • bathroom mold 

See our main service page for more remediation and mold removal strategies for homes and businesses. 

SERVPRO of Western Union County

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (908) 791-9177

Understanding Mold

Some restoration companies advertise “mold removal” and may even guarantee to remove all mold. This is a fallacy because it’s impossible to remove all mold from a house or business; microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. Here are the 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 Disaster

Mold spreads quickly, so a minor mold infestation can quickly escalate into a major problem. We’re dedicated to responding immediately when you contact us. A fast response lessens the damage, limits further damage, and reduces 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 Western Union County is close by and ready to respond to your mold damage emergency. We are proud to be an active member of the New Providence community and want to pitch in and help make our community the best it can be.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We specialize in water and mold damage restoration, with advance training in restoration techniques and the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.  Learn about our water damage 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 - (908) 791-9177

The mold cleanup and restoration process begins when you call us. Our representative will ask a series of questions to help us determine the necessary equipment, resources, 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

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

SERVPRO of Western Union County 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

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may have been removed. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. The restoration step gets your home or business back to normal.

SERVPRO knows Mold

SERVPRO of Western Union County has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in New Providence, NJ. We have seen the distress homeowners experience upon finding mold at their property. SERVPRO can help calm any mold concerns. Our trained professionals have the equipment and knowledge it takes to properly remediate mold. Call (908) 791-9177 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.