Delray Beach’s tropical climate is perfect for enjoying the sunshine and laying on the beach. Unfortunately, the humid air is also the ideal environment for mold to grow and thrive. The tropical climate coupled with regular rainfall creates ideal conditions for mold spores to flourish, especially after water damage from storms or plumbing issues. Delray Beach homeowners need to be especially cautious of mold in places like bathrooms, kitchens, and poorly-ventilated areas of the home. Mold can often grow without homeowners realizing it, becoming a major health and structural hazard for the family and home.
It’s crucial that Delray Beach homeowners take preventative measures to avoid mold infestation, especially if your home is historically prone to flooding. After each storm or flooding event, it’s important to act quickly to protect your home before the mold has a chance to grow.
Steps to Prevent Mold Growth After a Flood
1. Quick Response to Water Damage: Mopping up puddles won’t totally do the trick - engage a water damage restoration service immediately to extract water and dry the property.
2. Use dehumidifiers: In the aftermath of water damage, employ dehumidifiers and industrial fans to dry out affected areas and prevent mold spores from taking root.
3. Ventilation Improvements: Install exhaust fans in high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens to promote air circulation
4. Air Quality Control: Use air purifiers with HEPA filters to capture airborne mold spores and improve indoor air quality.
5. Regular Inspections: Schedule annual mold inspections with your local mold remediation company, especially if your home has experienced water damage in the past.
Get Started Right Away
At Total Restoration Industries, we’ve seen it all. We are experts in water damage restoration and mold remediation, especially in the Delray Beach area. In a water emergency, time is of the essence, and our expert service technicians are available 24/7 to get started right away.
In an emergency, call us at 561-851-4275 and our technicians will show up ASAP with all the required equipment to complete the drying, dehumidifying, and restoration process. After a damage and safety assessment, we get right to work removing all standing water, containing the damage and preventing further chance of mold growth. We then ensure a dry environment by using specialized air movers and dehumidification equipment, stopping mold growth before it even starts. Once the area is dry, we get to work on structural repairs like electrical, affected drywall, flooring and plumbing remediation.
If you have experienced water damage in your home, our technicians can help take steps to remediate and prevent further growth. Contact us at 561-851-4275 and schedule your free consultation today. If mold growth is found to be from an environmental event, like a storm or flood, insurance may often cover part of the remediation. For a hassle-free experience, we will work with your insurance on your behalf to minimize the out–of-pocket cost to you. We aim to prevent future damage while bringing you fast, reliable service and total piece of mind.
