What Can I Do If I Find a Mold Infestation in My Home in Grosse Pointe Shores?

8/30/2022 (Permalink)

We are trained and certified to restore mold damage in Macomb County.

Our local team in St. Clair Shores has been mitigating and remediating mold damage in Grosse Pointe Shores for many years. Mold has been present in the Earth’s atmosphere since the beginning of time, and it plays an essential role in nature by helping to break down organic materials. Water leaks or excess moisture can encourage mold to colonize, and the mold can become visible in as little as 48 hours.  

Here are some mold damage emergency tips from our website about things you can do and should not do while waiting for help to arrive:

Important Facts:

• Significant mold growth can occur in 48 to 72 hours
• Mold may present a greater risk to children, the elderly, and anyone with respiratory problems
• A strong, musty odor may indicate hidden mold behind drywall or under carpeting

What to Do

• Stay out of affected areas
• Turn off the HVAC system and fans
• Contact our office in St. Clair Shores for mold remediation services

What Not to Do

• Don’t touch or disturb the mold
• Don’t blow air across any surfaces with visible or suspected mold growth
• Don’t attempt to dry the area yourself
• Don’t spray bleach or other disinfectants on the mold

Call Us Today!

When your Grosse Pointe Shores home or commercial business has mold damage, our local team in St. Clair Shores is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 586-741-5050.

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