Can Mold Damage in Southern Lake Counties Attics Be Treated?

2/22/2017 (Permalink)

Can Southern Lake Counties Attics with Mold Infestation be Remediated?

If you have identified black mold in your attic, you’re bound to be wondering what your options are. Some companies will tell you that the only way to fix the problem is to replace a large portion of the roof. Others will tell you that the whole roof is unusable.

The reality is that, without a full and professional inspection, there is no way to tell for sure. SERVPRO has repaired and restored some of the most severe cases of mold damage in Southern Lake Counties homes. In our opinion, the damage has to be very extreme for a roof replacement to be the only viable response.

You are strongly advised to hire a remediation specialist first so that you can avoid the huge expense of a whole new roof.

Treating the Source of the Problem

The thing that you must remember about mold is that you can’t simply clean it away. The spores must be neutralized or the problem will come back. It doesn’t matter if you’ve spent hundreds of dollars on a new roof or not; if the spores are still active, the mold will reappear. SERVPRO uses high strength drying machines to fix the source of the damp before carrying out cleaning and neutralization procedures.

Containing the Spread of Spores

When you see mold growing on wood or other surfaces, you’re not really seeing the heart of the problem. It is the spores which spread the mold to other parts of the house. They move on draughts within the air and on clothes and other items if disturbed. This is why SERVPRO always sets up a containment area when dealing with mold damage. We use polyurethane sheets and air moving devices to prevent the spores from leaving the attic.

Neutralizing the Threat

After an inspection has been carried out, we’ll be able to tell you exactly how severe the mold damage is and how much of the attic can be saved. Usually, this is all or most of the roofing materials. Only in cases where the wood is extremely rotten will we advise you to think about a replacement. The likelihood is that we’ll be able to apply oxidizing chemicals which react with the mold and render it inert.

Locally Owned Company with National Resources

At SERVPRO of Benton, Jasper, Newton & Southern Lake Counties, we are committed to delivering the most cost effective repairs and mold damage solutions. We don’t want you to splash out on costly renovations if a remediation process is the better option. Call us 24/7 on (219) 779-7577 to arrange an inspection and get some answers.