Bellevue, WA Mold Damage Remediation

With the proximity to Lake Washington and the expected humidity concerns of the Pacific Northwest, King County structures see a wide range of microbial threats. With the more than 1300 businesses in Downtown Bellevue alone, along with large facilities like the Overlake Hospital, our experienced remediation team must be prepared to help with mold threats of all sizes. 

What Do Mold Inspections Do? 

Inspecting a property before the mold remediation helps to direct these actions to target the direst circumstances. We evaluate the effect that mold has had on structural elements and contents, providing a clear path to the most efficient remediation available.

What Options Exist for Mold Removal in Bellevue Homes? 

Removing mold and microbial threats involves several steps and stages happening simultaneously. There is no one universal mold removal approach to resolve active organisms. Choosing the right solutions ensures that other restoration actions are more productive and efficient. Our professionals help with:

  • Odor Elimination
  • Reconstruction 
  • Mold Removal
  • Content Relocation and Cleaning
  • Bathroom Mold Removal

Can Musty Smells Get Removed from Bellevue Properties? 

Musty odors are an unfortunate signal of persistent moisture damage and developing microbial threats. Even after much of the remediation completes, these smells continue to be an issue. We have powerful deodorization tools and products to overcome these threats and provide comfortable living and working conditions for King County properties. 

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SERVPRO of Bellevue

If You See Signs of Mold, Call Us Today – (425) 454-3900

Understanding Mold

Some restoration companies advertise “mold removal” and may even guarantee to remove all mold. This is a fallacy because it’s impossible to remove all mold from a house or business; microscopic mold spores exist almost everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. Here are the 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 Bellevue is locally owned and operated, so we are part of the Bellevue 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 are proud to serve our local communities:

Highly Trained Water and Mold Restoration Specialists

We are trained mold damage specialists who get started quickly to get your home or business back to normal, with specific training and certifications to handle your restoration needs. Learn about our water and mold 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 - (425) 454-3900

The mold cleanup and restoration process begins when you call us. Our representative will ask a series of questions to help us determine the necessary equipment, resources, 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 Bellevue, WA 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

Depending on the amount of mold growth and the types of surfaces involved, the mold remediation process can vary significantly. In general, we’ll use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. Depending on the severity of the infestation, we may need to remove drywall, carpeting, and other porous materials.

Step 6: Cleaning Contents and Sanitizing

SERVPRO of Bellevue will use a variety of cleaning techniques and products to clean your furnishings and personal belongings. Since mold infestations also cause a persistent musty odor, our professionals are 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

SERVPRO of Bellevue has the expertise to make any mold problem a memory in Bellevue, WA. We have seen the distress homeowners experience upon finding mold at their property. SERVPRO can help calm any mold concerns. Our trained professionals have the equipment and knowledge it takes to properly remediate mold. Call (425) 454-3900 - We are ready and waiting to respond to your emergency.