Caldwell, ID Mold Damage Remediation

As a bedroom city for the Greater Boise area, this Canyon County community thrives with its educational offerings like Caldwell High School and The College of Idaho to medical facilities like the West Valley Medical Center. When mold damage threatens these properties or the homes of our more than 60,000 residents, SERVPRO helps with:

  • Attic mold
  • Bathroom mold removal
  • Mold removal
  • Black mold
  • Mold inspections
  • Basement mold remediation

How Do SERVPRO Mold Specialists Address Colonies in Caldwell Homes?

Black mold can be a devastating presence, leaving our SERVPRO remediation team working quickly to identify the affected hosting materials and the ideal restoration solutions. With several surfaces impacted by a colonization event, varying mold removal strategies attempt to preserve underlying substrates. We can choose among:

  • Antimicrobial cleaning
  • Power sanding
  • Dry ice blasting

Is Black Mold Odor Removal Possible for Caldwell Properties?

One of the indications of active colonization that can direct homeowners to mold is a harsh, musty odor in the house. Once mold remediation completes, and black mold gets removed, much of this odor still lingers in the property. Our SERVPRO remediation team must overcome these effects to restore comfortable living conditions in the residence. We implement multiple cleaning strategies to lessen the severity of these smells, but it is deodorization equipment like foggers and ozone machines that ultimately complete the task.

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SERVPRO of Nampa/Caldwell

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (208) 466-5000

Understanding Mold

Confusion and misunderstanding surround the topic of mold and mold remediation. Some restoration businesses even make claims to remove all mold from a building. This is a fallacy. Mold spores occur naturally almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. These microscopic spores float along in the air and can enter a home or business through windows and HVAC systems. Consider these 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 on a pet.
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. These colonies may produce allergens, irritants, and toxins. 
  • 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.

Faster to Any Size Emergency

In as little as 48 hours, a minor mold issue can quickly spread through a home or business. Once you contact us, we’re dedicated to starting the remediation process quickly. This fast response lessens the mold damage, limits additional damage, and reduces the remediation cost.

Locally Owned, with National Resources

SERVPRO of Nampa/Caldwell is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Caldwell community too. When you have a water or mold damage issue, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We’re also part of a network of over 2270, including special Disaster Recovery Teams placed strategically throughout the country to respond to large-scale fire, water, and storm disasters.

We proudly serve Nampa, ID, Caldwell, ID, and surrounding areas.

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We specialize in water and mold damage restoration, with advance training in restoration techniques and the experience and specialized equipment to quickly restore your property.  Learn about our water damage training and certificates.

The Mold Remediation Process

Every mold damage scenario is different and requires a unique solution, but the general mold remediation process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our “typical” process:

Step 1: Emergency Contact - (208) 466-5000

We’re available 24 hours, 7 days a week to answer your phone call. Our consultant will guide you through this process, asking questions that will allow us to better understand your situation and to determine the needed equipment and personnel.

Step 2: Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We determine the scope of the mold damage by carefully inspecting your property for visible signs of mold. Since mold can be hidden, we use various technologies to detect mold and hidden water sources. 

Step 3: Mold Containment

To keep the mold spores from spreading further, we will use various mold containment procedures. Our professionals may use physical barriers and negative air pressure to isolate the contaminated area and to help prevent the mold spores from spreading through your Caldwell, ID home or business. Also, we’ll turn off the property’s fans and heating and cooling systems to prevent the spread of mold.

Step 4: Air Filtration

We use powerful air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, and other filtration equipment to remove microscopic mold spores out of the air. This air filtration process and our mold containment process help to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process.

Step 5: 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.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

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

Step 7: Restoration

Depending on the level of mold damage, drywall, subfloors, and other building materials may have been removed. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet; or it may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. The restoration step gets your home or business back to normal.

SERVPRO knows Mold

Here at SERVPRO of Nampa/Caldwell we understand what it takes to properly remediate a mold situation in Caldwell, ID. Encountering mold can be worrisome for any homeowner, but SERVPRO is here to put your mind at ease. We have the right tools and trained professionals to get the job done right. Give us a call at (208) 466-5000 and we will be on our way to help.