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Preventing Mold Growth in Charlottesville

2/17/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Charlottesville is licensed in mold remediation. We hope you never have a mold problem.

Mold starts growing within 24 hours of exposure to moisture.

To prevent mold from getting a start, SERVPRO of Charlottesville suggests:

  • Elevate equipment above the basement floor
  • Repair leaky pipes
  • Remove any damp areas near sinks and tubs
  • Maintain humidity below 40%
  • Use water-resistant materials when you build or rebuild. Materials include:
    • galvanized or stainless-steel hardware
    • waterproof wallboard
    • tile
    • sealed stone
    • sealed concrete
    • water-resistant glues
    • synthetic fibers
  • Use gutters to divert rainwater
  • Landscape, so water moves away from the house
  • Cover dirt in crawl spaces. Moisture can seep up through the dirt
  • Ventilate as much as possible

Important:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines a “large amount” of mold as 10 square feet or more. The EPA rules that only licensed professionals can remediate large areas.

You cannot prevent storms or floods. However, if a storm or flood affects you, SERVPRO of Charlottesville can help you clean up the damage.

SERVPRO® of Charlottesville is Independently Owned and Operated.

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