Recent Mold Remediation Posts

Water Damage Causes Ceiling to Collapse in Fairfield Ranch Park Home?

5/23/2023 (Permalink)

A person notices an unpleasant odor coming from the air conditioner. We are leaders in mold damage remediation services in San Bernardino County.

Have you noticed a strong, musty odor in your home in Yermo you cannot place? If so, you may have a water damage-related mold problem. Our local teams in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms, Victorville are trained and certified to restore mold damage by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification. Local and state laws may require specific inspection and documentation protocols based on the size of the affected area and we can advise you on this process.

Mold outbreaks are often a symptom of hidden water leaks. During the inspection and mold damage assessment, we will carefully inspect your home for visible signs of mold. We will use advanced technologies and techniques to detect mold and identify hidden water sources. We will address the water leak as part of the remediation process to minimize the chances for the mold to return once the removal process is complete.

Although every mold outbreak is unique, we follow a comprehensive plan for every job:

  1. Emergency Contact – 760-244-2566
  2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment
  3. Mold Containment
  4. Air Filtration
  5. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials
  6. Cleaning Contents and Belongings
  7. Restoration

Call Us Today!

Our local Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms, Victorville teams are Here to Help ® when you have a mold outbreak in your Yermo home or commercial business. Call us today at 760-244-2566.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Very Happy Mold Remediation Customer in Apple Valley?

4/11/2023 (Permalink)

A technician treats mold growing on a wall. We remediate mold damage in San Bernardino County.

When you discover mold growing in your home, fast mitigation and containment are required to minimize the chances of the mold spreading to other areas of the structure. Our team in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms, Victorville is trained and certified to mitigate, clean, and restore mold damage by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

“Mr. Jose and crew did an awesome job with water extraction, protecting our personal property, and very kind and professional. This was our first time experiencing a flood in our home. The restoration team was at our home in under an hour, then once the water damage was assessed, then the team started cleaning up the damage right away. This is the company to call when you are having an emergency with your home. The owner needs to give all crew members a raise. Thank you again for everything you did for me and my daughter!!” Pumpkin Jones

Services: Flood restoration, Water damage-related mold removal, Water damage-related cleanup & repair, Mold cleaning, Flooring, Mold damage restoration, Mold mitigation Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

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When you find mold growing in your home or business in Apple Valley, our local team in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms, Victorville is Here to Help. ® We’ll restore your mold problem “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 760-244-2566.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Mold Outbreak in China Lake?

3/7/2023 (Permalink)

A home has severe mold damage. We are leaders in mold restoration services in San Bernardino County.

If your home or business in China Lake has had recent water damage or plumbing leaks, you may have mold damage. Our professionals in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms are trained and certified to mitigate and remediate mold damage quickly and efficiently. We follow local and state laws that may require a specific inspection and documentation protocol based on the size of the affected area. We can advise you on this process, providing guidance based on your unique situation.

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.

Cleaning Contents and Belongings

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, clothing, and other restorable items affected by mold. We use a variety of cleaning techniques to clean and disinfect your belongings. We’re also trained to remove odors and deodorization using fogging equipment.

Call Us Today!

When your home or business in China Lake needs mold damage restoration services, our local teams in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms are Here to Help. ® We are qualified to manage all phases of the mold mitigation process through to the final restoration and rebuilding phase. Call us today at 760-244-2566.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

What Process is Used For Removing Mold in Hesperia?

2/14/2023 (Permalink)

Mold grows on a wall in a house. We are leaders in mold damage restoration in San Bernardino County.

Our professionals in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms are trained and certified to mitigate and remove mold damage using this procedure:

  1. Emergency Contact
  2. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We follow local and state laws regarding inspection and documentation based on your unique situation.

  1. Mold Containment

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.

  1. Air Filtration

We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while mold remediation is in process.

  1. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

We use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. We remove and dispose of mold-infested porous materials when remediating heavy mold growth.

  1. Cleaning Contents

We clean your furniture, decorative items, curtains, and other restorable items affected by mold. We also remove odors and deodorization using fogging equipment.

  1. Restoration

Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet, or it may require the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. 

 Call Us Today!

Our local teams in Hesperia/Apple Valley and Barstow/Twentynine Palms are Here to Help ® when your home or business in Hesperia has mold damage. Call us today at 760-244-2566.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Learn how to treat a minor mold problem in your home

3/28/2022 (Permalink)

If you just noticed minor spots of mold arise inside your home, chances are it’s just located on the surface of the wall. 

First off, no matter how big or small the mold problem, the root cause needs to be addressed, whether that be a water leak, poor ventilation, excessive condensation, etc.

Once the root problem is remediated, and it has been confirmed that the mold is only located on the surface of the wall, there’s a simple solution you can make with a household cleaner that may remove the mold. 

Regular household chlorine bleach and water is known to eliminate minor mold problems around your home. The solution can be made by mixing one cup of bleach with one gallon of water. 

Once the two contents are mixed, grab a rag, dip it into the solution, and scrub the surface. 

Remember, if your home experiences an incident causing major water damage, it only takes 72 hours for mold to begin spreading throughout your home, which can cause extensive damage to your home.

If you’re unsure if a mold problem in your home is a minor or significant case, it’s always best to consult with professionals to determine the severity; in the meantime, restrict access to the area with mold for pets, children, and yourself. SERVPRO of Hesperia/Apple Valley and SERVPRO of Barstow/Twentynine Palms can help you remediate your potential mold issue.

Low Level Mold

3/30/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Hesperia/Apple Valley and SERVPRO of Barstow/Twentynine Palms is no stranger to the dangers of mold. We are aware of the potential threat that is inherent in every black mold-infested bathroom, attic, or kitchen that we work in. Fortunately, we’ve been doing this for a very long time and we have the support of one of the largest restoration companies in the world at our disposal. Even with that fact in mind, mold is still a daunting foe and it is one that can never be completely eradicated.

What does that mean? Well, in simple terms, mold is ever-present and cannot ever be fully “killed”, per se. It can, however, be “remediated”, which means brought back to baseline levels. Once it is back to these safer and lower levels, any potential threat that may have presented itself should disappear.

Though SERVPRO has years of experience in identifying mold, we ultimately leave the analysis and final call to environmental testing companies that can exactly deduce the type of mold that is present in a home or business.

Whether it’s your home or your business, rest assured that SERVPRO of Hesperia/Apple Valley and SERVPRO of Barstow/Twentynine Palms can make it “Like it never even happened.”

Does Your High Desert Home Have A Mold Problem?

6/13/2019 (Permalink)

Act fast! Mold can spread through a home in as little as 48 hours.

Microscopic mold spores naturally occur almost everywhere, both outdoors and indoors. This makes it impossible to remove all mold from a home or business. Therefore, mold remediation reduces the mold spore count back to its natural or baseline level. 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 a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens and irritants.
  • 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.

If your home or business has a mold problem, we can inspect and assess your property and use our specialized training, equipment, and expertise to remediate your mold infestation.

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (760) 244-2566