Lakota, WA Mold Damage Remediation

SERVPRO® is your trusted partner for professional mold inspection, assessment, and remediation services in Lakota and the neighboring areas. Mold can be a swift and insidious threat, often spreading within a mere 48 to 72 hours after water damage, potentially endangering health and causing property damage. Our team of highly trained technicians, armed with specialized equipment, is dedicated to delivering effective mold resolution.

Understanding the nature of mold is crucial. While complete mold removal is a challenging task due to the ubiquity of mold spores in both indoor and outdoor environments, we specialize in controlling and remediating it. Mold thrives in damp conditions, and to prevent its return, addressing the underlying source of water or moisture is paramount.

Our comprehensive mold remediation process includes immediate emergency contact, thorough inspection, meticulous mold containment, advanced air filtration, the careful removal of mold and affected materials, detailed cleaning, sanitization, and, ultimately, full restoration. Our swift response is instrumental in minimizing damage and reducing associated costs.

As a locally owned and operated business, we take immense pride in our commitment to the community, offering 24/7 emergency service. Our highly trained specialists adhere to a proven process designed to ensure thorough and effective mold remediation.

When you're faced with a mold problem, don't hesitate to reach out to SERVPRO at (253) 838-8999 for professional assistance. We are deeply dedicated to promptly and reliably resolving your mold damage emergency, prioritizing your safety and well-being throughout the process.

SERVPRO of Federal Way

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (253) 838-8999

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 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 are proud to be an active member of this community. SERVPRO of Federal Way is locally owned and operated, so we’re already nearby and ready to help Lakota residents and business owners with any size mold contamination.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

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 - (253) 838-8999

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 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

The mold remediation process depends on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces on which the mold appears. We’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. It may be necessary to remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials, like drywall and carpeting, to remediate heavy mold growth.

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

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 Federal Way has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in Lakota, WA. 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 (253) 838-8999 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.