Mold is often a moisture problem before it becomes a visible mold problem. A leaking pipe, roof intrusion, plumbing failure, condensation, or previous water loss can create conditions where mold begins growing behind walls, under flooring, or in other areas that aren’t immediately visible. Gold Standard Restoration provides residential mold remediation in Lubbock and Brownfield with an emphasis on identifying moisture, containing affected areas, and removing contaminated materials safely.
Finding the Moisture Behind the Problem
Cleaning visible mold without addressing the moisture source can leave the underlying problem unresolved. Our process begins with assessing the affected area and looking for conditions that may be contributing to mold growth. Moisture detection equipment can help locate damp materials and areas that need further attention.
Once affected areas are identified, containment can help limit the movement of mold particles into other parts of the home. Air filtration and HEPA equipment can also be used during remediation to help capture airborne particles. The specific approach depends on the size and location of the affected area, the materials involved, and the source of the moisture.
Removing Affected Materials and Restoring the Space
Some materials can be cleaned, while others may need to be removed because of the extent of contamination or the nature of the material. Remediation can include controlled removal, cleaning, antimicrobial treatment where appropriate, drying, and addressing the moisture conditions that allowed the mold to develop.
Mold remediation isn’t simply about making a dark spot disappear. The goal is to address the affected area and the conditions that contributed to it. Gold Standard Restoration’s current process includes moisture source identification, containment, HEPA air filtration, removal and treatment of affected materials, and drying intended to reduce the chance of recurring moisture problems.