Flooding And Water Damage Can Be Overlooked In The Fall

11/29/2021 (Permalink)

Rainy Fall days can lead to water damage and mold. If you have water damage call SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville, and Douglas (912) 285-0724

There are many fun and exciting activities associated with the Autumn. Fall festivals, sports, and the holidays come to mind. It would be reasonable to assume something like mold growth would be the furthest thing from a homeowner or business owner's mind. Homeowners should keep in mind, rain, flooding and other Fall water issues that can cause mold.

Routine maintenance such as changing your air filters and reprogramming thermostats should be accompanied by a thorough inspection and cleaning of your HVAC air ducts by trained professionals. Autumn in most parts of the U.S. is considered the best time to have this service performed, as cooler weather allows for easier inspection of these air ducts that are a prime area for fungal growth. This is due to the possible accumulation of dust in a dark and sometimes moist environment.

SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville, and Douglas have highly trained mold remediation experts ready to immediately attend to your individual needs. Whether it's a simple inspection, or a full-scale removal and restoration. We emphasize that all forms of fungal growth need to dealt with cautiously.

Locating and fixing the source of excess moisture is an important priority in remediation. The initial damage assessment includes that process. From there, the technicians will determine what the job will actually entail in the way of equipment, personnel, containment/removal, and air filtration. After all the fungi have been properly dealt with and disposed of, SERVPRO will clean all your effected furnishings and belongings, plus, remove any lingering odors. Finally, if the job requires removal and replacement of drywall, painted surfaces, or carpet, we will take care of this. Since it has been found that fungi spores can spread throughout a home in 48 to 72 hours, it's comforting to know SERVPRO has an emergency service contact number to call for immediate help.

The homeowner or business owner is well advised to call the service number before attempting any do it yourself abatement involving fans, drying methods, or bleach sprays that might compound the initial problem.

In the event that a home or business requires it, we will use our advanced cleaning techniques to restore your belongings, and will even conduct move-outs or pack-outs to protect your possessions from any further damage. We can save damaged documents and photographs, and have a qualified electronics technician on call to inspect and clean household or office devices. 

One of the many virtues of Autumn is the clean, crisp fall air. You can experience this indoors, all year long, if you schedule an inspection/remediation appointment with SERVPRO of Waycross, Hinesville, and Douglas (912) 285-0724.