CMS Restoration received a call about a leak that had been ongoing for approximately a month. We arrived on the scene to find that paint on the central floor and ceiling had fallen. We also found some mold growth on the drywall itself. The leak was caused by a faulty toilet supply line upstairs. In the bathroom, we found some wet tile and vinyl. The leak had spread over to the adjoining laundry room. Since it had been a month since the leak occurred, we had concerns about mold growth. Mold growth can begin as soon as 24-48 hours after the right materials and temperature are present. Time for mold mitigation.
People in Colorado often claim that mold can’t grow here because the climate is so dry. However, with the right temperature and sufficient water, it can create mold almost anywhere. We immediately began setting up containment in the bathroom, laundry room, and great room. We put up containment to prevent mold spores from spreading further. Whenever we set up containment for mold, we always call our independent environmental tester to test the types and quantities of mold spores present.
We removed the affected drywall in the ceiling, ensuring that we removed all of the moldy drywall. The bathroom tile and vinyl got torn out. After the demolition was completed, we started our specialty cleaning. Our specialty cleaning is the first to use the HEPA vacuum and vacuum every square inch of the containment. Next, wipe down using rags soaked in our antimicrobial chemical agent. We seal the visible mold that could not be removed with an antimicrobial paint sealant. Last, we use a fogger with an anti-microbial agent that encapsulates any remaining mold spores that we might have missed.
After the cleaning is done, we conduct a post-test to confirm that we have successfully removed the mold spores. Making sure that the containment is safe to open to the rest of the house.